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Nourishment tips
for damp guyu

Source: Yang Yang | 00:00 UTC+8 April 23, 2024 | Print Edition

Guyu (谷雨), or the Grain Rain period, marks the 6th solar term in the traditional Chinese calendar, signaling the onset of warmer weather and increased rainfall vital for crop growth. During this period, farmers focus on planting and nurturing their crops, preparing for the upcoming harvest season in anticipation of abundant yields.

With frequent rainy days and high humidity at this time, our body is more susceptible to dampness, leading to fatigue, heaviness of head and loss of appetite. To counter these effects, it is advised to engage in moderate exercise, ventilate rooms by opening windows and sun-dry clothes and bedding.

Activities such as gentle stretching can help release emotions, along with practices like listening to music, practicing tai chi, yoga, meditation or slow jogging.

Diet-wise during guyu, it is recommended to consume foods that dispel dampness, such as dates and radishes.

A qi (energy)-nourishing and spirit-calming soup is helpful.

Rinse ginseng, soak lotus seeds and Job’s tears until soft. Wash and peel the Chinese yam, cut it into small pieces, soak them to remove mucilage. Clean the black-bone chicken, cut it into pieces, blanch in boiling water to remove impurities. Wash and slice the ginger. Place the chicken in a stewing bowl, add ginseng slices, lotus seeds, Job’s tears, Chinese yam, ginger slices and water, stew over simmering water for two hours, season with salt and pepper, and consume the meat and broth together.

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