Xiaoman is the eighth solar term among the 24 solar terms, and also the second solar term of summer. May 21st of this year will welcome Xiaoman solar term. Li Bohua, chief physician of the Department of Dermatology at Beijing Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine affiliated with Capital Medical University, introduced that the Xiaoman solar term marks the gradual increase of summer heat and abundant rainfall, and all things are now small and full. At this time, the natural yang energy is gradually increasing, and the human body also needs to adapt to seasonal changes, adjust daily living, prevent heat and moisture, and live a peaceful summer. Li Bohua introduced that the climate during Xiaoman season is quite distinctive: the temperature rises, but it is not unbearable hot; The rainfall has increased, but the humidity is still within a pleasant range; The daylight extends, but the sunshine is not as scorching as summer. At this time, the human body feels comfortable and is suitable for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, doing exercises, dancing, etc. This coincides with the health concept of "lying down at night and getting up early in the third month of summer" in the Yellow Emperor's Inner Canon, never getting tired of the sun, keeping one's mind calm, making one's heroes beautiful, and letting one's qi flow out, if one's love is outside ". During the Xiaoman period, the temperature had not yet reached the scorching heat of summer, but there was a large temperature difference between day and night, with obvious coolness in the morning and evening. Coupled with occasional wind and rain weather, the temperature fluctuated frequently. Li Bohua reminds us to pay extra attention to daily life, pay attention to temperature changes, and adjust clothing in a timely manner. Even if the weather is slightly hot, we should cover ourselves with thin blankets when sleeping at night. At the same time, do not indulge in cold drinks and avoid excessive consumption of cold foods to prevent colds or gastrointestinal diseases. Li Bohua reminds that the Xiaoman season is a high-risk period for gastrointestinal diseases. It is advisable to consume some foods that strengthen the spleen and promote dampness in moderation, such as bitter vegetables, adzuki beans, coix seed, mung beans, winter melon, etc., to enhance the spleen and stomach function. At the same time, eat less raw, cold, greasy, and spicy foods such as raw garlic, chili, lamb, etc., to avoid stimulating the gastrointestinal tract and affecting digestive function. Xiaoman is not only a critical period for crop growth, but also a good opportunity for people to take care of their body and mind. ”Li Bohua said, why not step into nature, relax your body and mind, and feel the beauty of the growing summer atmosphere. At the same time, closely monitor climate change, make reasonable adjustments to lifestyle, and welcome the arrival of summer with a healthy attitude. (New Society)