What is the introduction and origin of the Great Cold solar term? Recommended diet for health preservation during the Great Cold
Everyone knows that Dahan is the last solar term of the twenty-four solar terms in my country. After Dahan, the new year's solar term cycle begins. So do you know the introduction and origin of Dahan? Let’s take a look at the recommended healthy diet during the Great Cold!What is the introduction and origin of the Great Cold solar term?Introduction and Origin of DahanDahan is the last solar term among the 24 solar terms. It occurs when the sun reaches 300° of the ecliptic longitude around January 20 every year. Dahan means that the weather is extremely cold. "Shushi Tongkao Tianshi" quotes "Sanli Yi Zong": "Dahan is the middle one, it is better than Xiaohan, so it is called Dahan. It is the coldest time of the year in most parts of my country, with strong winds, low temperatures, and snow on the ground that does not melt, presenting a severe cold scene of ice and snow. The poem says, "The wax trees and silver mountains shine brightly, while the north wind whistles alone and quiets the three rivers. The old farmer still likes the snow in the sky, let alone the fragrance of wheat and fruits next year. (Zuohe Water)" Dahan is the last of the 24 solar terms in China. After Dahan, it is Lichun, which ushers in the cycle of solar terms for a new year. As the saying goes, "Flowers and trees control the seasons, and birds sing to announce the farming season." Flowers, trees, birds, beasts and animals all move according to the seasons, so their regular movements are seen as an important symbol to distinguish the seasons. In ancient China, the Great Cold was divided into three stages: "The first stage is when chickens lay eggs; the second stage is when migratory birds fly fast; the third stage is when the bellies of fish in marshes become hard." This means that chicks can be hatched during the Great Cold. During the last five days of the year, the ice in the water freezes all the way to the center and is the strongest and thickest, so children can enjoy skating on the river (this activity is only allowed when the average daily temperature remains below -5℃ for several consecutive days, and this activity usually occurs in the area north of the Yellow River). In addition, the flower-signaling winds during the Great Cold are “the first sign is Daphne odora, the second sign is orchid, and the third sign is Alum (grown in the south of the Yangtze River)”, which can also be used as an important indicator to judge the Great Cold. Recommended diet for health preservation during the Great ColdLamb stew with white radishIngredients: white radish, mutton, ginger, cooking wine, and salt in appropriate amounts. Preparation method: Wash the white radish and mutton, cut into pieces and set aside; put an appropriate amount of water in the pot and put the mutton in. Five or six minutes after the water boils, take out the mutton and pour out the water; change the water and bring it to a boil, then add the mutton, ginger, cooking wine and salt, stew until half cooked, then add the white radish and cook until cooked. Efficacy: replenishes qi and strengthens deficiency, warms the middle and lower body. It is more suitable for people who suffer from weak waist and knees, drowsiness, fatigue, and weak spleen and stomach. Fennel Kidney Ingredients: 90 grams of pork kidney, 6 grams of fennel. Preparation method: Fry fennel in a hot pan for a while, then grind it into fine powder when it becomes crisp. Tear off the membrane of the pork kidney, wash it, make a 3 cm long cut on the side with a boat knife, then expand it into a triangle, stuff it with fennel powder, and tie the opening tightly with a thin rope for later use. Place the pot on medium heat, pour in the marinade, adjust the seasoning, add the pork kidneys, boil for 30 minutes and then remove from the heat, remove the kidney smell, slice and serve. Efficacy: Nourishes kidney yang, dispels cold and dampness, and relieves pain. It is suitable for people with kidney yang deficiency who suffer from chills, cold limbs, low back pain, or sexual dysfunction. Conclusion: The Great Cold season is often the coldest period of the year in most parts of China, and it is also the beginning of the year's "luck" and "qi" cycle changes. It is particularly important to do a good job of health care during the Great Cold. Eat health-preserving dishes to replenish your body. |
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