Through their observations of nature, the ancients summed up many wisdom principles about seasonal changes, health care, and agricultural activities, many of which are still valid today. This article will take you through time and space to explore the friction between the wisdom of ancient China and all things in nature, and let us appreciate the extraordinary wisdom of our ancestors!
1.Beginning of spring
The ancients believed that on the day of the beginning of spring, the sun began to become brighter and everything began to recover. Therefore, the ancients put forward the concept of "covering spring and autumn freezing", that is, keeping the body warm in spring, and paying attention to cold protection in autumn. This view is in line with modern medicine, because although the temperature rises in spring, it is still low, which can easily trigger colds and other diseases.
2.Summer solstice
The summer solstice is the day of the year with the longest days and the shortest nights, and it also marks the official start of summer. The ancients believed that on the day of the summer solstice, when the yang energy reaches its peak, the yang energy of the human body will also increase. To this end, they put forward the concepts of "summer solstice three Gengtou" and "dog days after the beginning of summer".
1.I hide it in winter and dry it in summer
This wise proverb tells us to keep warm in winter and get in the sun in summerReasonable protection from cold and sun exposure can strengthen immunity and prevent the invasion of diseases.
2.Go to bed early and wake up early, three minutes full
This is a summary of the ancients' rules for healthy eating and resting!Going to bed early and waking up early is conducive to adjusting the biological clock and maintaining the normal function of the body;Three-point satiety suggests that we should eat in moderation to avoid the burden of over-satiety.
The wisdom of the ancients is incredible