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Beginning of Summer | Spring’s Charm Lingers, Summer Begins to Grow

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05 May,2024

Lixia (Beginning of Summer) — a solar term. "Spring vies for days; summer vies for hours." 01 Origin of Lixia (Beginning of Summer) — SUMMER. In ancient times, to more accurately describe the sequence of the seasons.

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Origin of the Start of Summer

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‎ In ancient times, to describe seasonal patterns more precisely, people divided the solar terms into four groups—“Fen,” “Zhi,” “Qi,” and “Bi”—based on weather and phenology. Lixia, or the Start of Summer, belongs to the “Qi” group, signifying the beginning of summer. On this day, “when the Big Dipper points to the southeast, it is Lixia; all things by this time have grown large, hence the name Lixia.” After Lixia, temperatures begin to rise gradually, daylight increases, and thunderstorms become more frequent.

Regarding the Start of Summer, Wu Cheng of the Yuan dynasty explains in his “Collection and Explanation of the Seventy-two Seasonal Periods of the Monthly Ordinances” that “Summer means ‘to borrow’; by this time, all things have grown to their fullest extent.” In other words, by the day of the Start of Summer, spring plants have fully matured. Consequently, among the customs observed around the Start of Summer in the Jiangnan region is the practice known as “seeing three new things,” which involves eating fresh, tender produce that comes into season at this time. Typical examples of these “three new things” include cherries, broad beans, and bamboo shoots, though local variations may substitute them with green plums, wheat, or peas, depending on what is available.

The Three Hou of the Start of Summer

SUMMER

The “Yizhou Shu: Shi Xun Jie” records: “On the day of Lixia, the mole cricket sings. Five days later, earthworms emerge. Five days after that, the royal melon grows.” This passage illustrates that the summer solstice is divided into three hou: first, the mole cricket heralds the arrival of summer; second, earthworms appear, aiding farmers in turning and loosening the soil; and third, fruits and vegetables in the countryside sprout and climb vigorously.

Summer Solstice Health Preservation

SUMMER

After the Start of Summer, the dietary principle is “nourish yang in spring and summer.” Nourishing yang focuses on nurturing the heart; to support the heart, drink more milk and eat more soy products, chicken, and lean meat, which both replenish nutrients and strengthen the heart. Regularly consuming more vegetables, fruits, and whole grains increases intake of dietary fiber and vitamins B and C, helping to prevent atherosclerosis.

Health experts warn that after the start of Summer, as the weather turns warmer, people’s minds and spirits can easily become unsettled. Therefore, during this season, it is especially important to nurture one’s mental well-being and take good care of the heart. Elderly individuals, in particular, should avoid extreme reactions and maintain a cheerful disposition, seeking tranquility and contentment. It is crucial to prevent excessive joy from harming the heart and to keep a clear mind, balanced energy, and a pleasant mood.

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