When the beginning of summer on May 5 quietly arrives, a fresh breath fills the air, as if nature is whispering ancient wisdom to us. In this special solar term, there is an old saying: "Eat 3 treasures in the beginning of summer, don't run to the hospital." So, what exactly are the "3 Treasures"? Let's unravel the mystery and discover the stories behind the old traditions.
"The people live on food. "Food culture is an important part of the traditional culture of the Chinese nation, and the food customs of Lixia have a long history. Each of these "3 treasures" carries the precipitation of history and people's pursuit of a healthy life.
The first treasure is peas. The emerald green peas, like small and delicate emeralds, are particularly attractive in the beginning of summer. "Eat sprouts in spring and beans in summer. "Peas are the most tender and delicious in this season, they are rich in protein, dietary fiber and vitamins, which help to promote gastrointestinal motility and improve the body's immunity. When you take a bite of a pea, you can feel the vitality and vitality of nature blooming on the tip of your tongue. "Life is about exercise, nutrition is about balance. "The nutritional value of peas makes it a favorite on the table in Lixia, injecting full energy into our body.
The second treasure is bamboo shoots. Bamboo shoots, known as the "first vegetarian product", are rich in amino acids and minerals in their white jade-like body. The growth rate of "mushrooms after rain" also symbolizes the tenacity and vigor of life. Tasting the deliciousness of bamboo shoots in the beginning of summer can not only clear away heat and phlegm, but also eliminate food and laxative. "Eat modestly and live regularly. "Following the old tradition, choosing bamboo shoots as one of the delicacies of Lixia is a kind of care and love for the body.
The last treasure is the wheat silkworm. This specialty snack made from wheat flour has a crispy texture and a tangy aroma. It's not just a food, it's a cultural heritage. "Inheritance is not conservative, innovation does not forget the roots. "The production process of wheat silkworms has been passed down from generation to generation, and on this special day of Lixia, tasting wheat silkworms is to taste the charm of history and feel the charm of tradition. It brings us not only the satisfaction of taste buds, but also the comfort of the soul.
Eating "3 treasures" in Lixia is not only a dietary habit, but also an attitude towards life. It allows us to stop in our busy modern life, return to nature, and feel the power of tradition. "The years do not live, and the seasons flow. "Every solar term is a scale of time, and every tradition is a treasure of culture. We must not forget these old traditions, which are the roots of our nation and the driving force for us to move forward.
There are many other traditional customs in Lixia, such as calling people. People weigh themselves on this day, which means health and safety. Hanging eggs is also one of the characteristic customs of Lixia, where children hang hard-boiled eggs on their chests in nets made of colored silk threads to see who has the most beautiful eggs. There is also an egg fighting game, where children each hold their own eggs and collide with each other, and the eggshell is strong but not broken, which is full of childlike fun. In addition, summer ceremonies are held in some places to express joy and anticipation for the arrival of summer.
"There is no lack of beauty in life, just a lack of eyes to find it. "In this beautiful season of the beginning of summer, let us taste the deliciousness of the "3 Treasures" with our hearts and inherit the old tradition with our actions. Let this ancient wisdom take root in our hearts and bloom into brilliant flowers. "Tradition is timeless fashion. "Let's enjoy the feast of food and feel the beauty of life under the sunshine of Lixia together.
"A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. "Let's start from this day of the beginning of summer, integrate a healthy lifestyle into our daily life, nourish our bodies with delicious food, and enrich our minds with traditions. I believe that with the company of the "3 Treasures", we will be able to stay away from diseases and embrace a healthy and happy life. "Health is the cornerstone of happiness. "Let us cherish every solar term, inherit every tradition, and write a more brilliant chapter for our lives.
In this Lixia, let us taste the "3 treasures" together, do not run to the hospital, and let the ancient tradition shine with new brilliance in the new era! Let us welcome this season full of vitality and hope together, and weave a better future with food and tradition!
While enjoying the food of Lixia, we must not forget to pay attention to health. Here are some health tips for the beginning of the summer solar term:
- Light diet: The temperature gradually rises after the beginning of summer, and the diet should be light, and avoid eating too greasy and spicy food, so as not to increase the burden on the stomach.
- Pay attention to hydration: If you sweat a lot in summer, you should replenish water in time, and you can drink more boiled water, green tea, mung bean soup, etc., to maintain the body's water balance.
- Moderate exercise: After the beginning of summer, you can choose a moderate amount of exercise, such as walking, jogging, tai chi, etc., which will help enhance physical fitness and improve immunity.
- Ensure sleep: In summer, the days are long and the nights are short, so it is necessary to pay attention to ensure adequate sleep and take a proper nap to restore energy.
- Regulate emotions: The hot weather after the beginning of summer is easy to make people irritable, so we should pay attention to regulating emotions and keeping a comfortable mood.