Kangxi’s health care methods

　　Most emperors preferred tonics, but Kangxi was abstaining from tonics. Regarding tonics, he once said this: “Taking tonics is of no use. Those whose medicinal properties are suitable for the heart are not suitable for the spleen; those which are suitable for the lungs are not suitable for the kidneys. I advise people not to take tonics. Medicinal supplements are not as good as dietary supplements. A husband who likes to take tonics is like a person who is welcomed by others. Is there anything in the world that can be done well by welcoming people?

　　one's healthy Signs, manifested in psychology and physique. Regarding psychological adjustment, Kangxi mostly practiced calligraphy to achieve "widespreadness" (comfort). He once personally summed up an experience, which is called "Tolerance only requires a few lines of words", and "a few lines of words" can achieve the effect of "forgiveness". According to modern medical explanation, practicing calligraphy can benefit the brain nerve It can regulate, relax and eliminate fatigue, and can also exercise People's patience cultivates people's will, thereby gaining physical and mental health. Kangxi said in the poem "Imitation of Two Kings' Ink Traces" that "the dew on the desk condenses on the copper bird" - although there are dewdrops on the writing desk and on the bronze bird (incense burner), it is still "the elephant tube (ivory penholder) is in the right heart when it is used". The word "righteous heart" reflects his expertise in practicing calligraphy, his sincerity in cultivating his ambition, and his deepness in entertaining his heart. As for personal physique, Kangxi worked diligently in governing the government throughout his life and was well aware of the importance of physique. He believed that "constant hard work leads to relaxation", and he even grew vegetables in the palace when he was not busy with daily tasks. When the autumn air is crisp, go to the Mulan paddock, ride horses, hunt, ride and shoot to stretch your muscles and strengthen your physique.