新华社北京10月7日电（记者田晓航）高血压作为心血管疾病的重要诱因，近年来已成为威胁公众健康 的主要问题之一。10月8日是全国高血压日，中医专家介绍，中医药在高血压防治方面有着独特的整体 观和辨证论治优势，配合饮食调整、合理运动，能够有效帮助患者平稳血压、改善体质。 在中医看来，高血压的发病多与先天禀赋不足、年迈体弱、长期情志失调、饮食不节等因素导致肝肾阴 阳平衡失调有关。 "中医论治高血压，是一场从'调'入手的身体对话。"中国中医科学院西苑医院心血管二科主任医师杜健 鹏说，中医虽无"高血压"这一病名，但根据其眩晕、头痛、心悸等临床表现，已有成熟的防治体系，其 核心在于通过调和阴阳、气血、脏腑让人体恢复自我平衡的机能，从而实现血压的回落和长期稳定。 具体而言，防治高血压如何从饮食、运动、起居、情志等方面调养？ 中国中医科学院西苑医院心血管二科主治医师郭丽君说，中医认为五味调和养心，饮食需注意低盐和少 食辛辣及肥甘厚味食物，以免助生湿热；规律运动可以使气血调畅，心脉通利，每天可走6000步左右， 避免久坐；规律作息养精气，每日宜睡眠7至9小时，可通过呼吸练习缓解焦虑；防治高血压还需戒烟限 酒以养正气，控制体重以 ...

Core Viewpoint - The article emphasizes the health risks associated with smoking and secondhand smoke, highlighting the potential of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) methods to aid in smoking cessation and alleviate withdrawal symptoms [1][2]. Group 1: Health Risks of Smoking - Smoking and secondhand smoke are identified as direct threats to lung health and overall bodily functions, leading to various respiratory issues and chronic diseases [1]. - Long-term smoking can deplete lung moisture and energy, resulting in symptoms such as dry cough, fatigue, and increased susceptibility to respiratory infections [1]. Group 2: TCM Approaches to Smoking Cessation - TCM offers various methods for smoking cessation, including herbal remedies, acupressure, and dietary adjustments, focusing on holistic treatment [1][2]. - Specific acupressure techniques, such as pressing points on the ear, can help reduce cravings by regulating the endocrine and nervous systems [2]. - The effectiveness of TCM methods varies based on individual factors such as smoking history, physical constitution, and personal determination [2].