With the first roar of the spring thunder, the sting came as scheduled, bringing the most vibrant breath of the year. In this solar term of revival, there is an ancient and wise custom - eating pears. This tradition is not only a celebration of the arrival of spring, but also contains deep cultural significance and health wisdom.
As one of the 24 solar terms, it not only indicates that spring is getting closer and closer, but also means that the climate is changeable and dry. At this time, people are prone to feel the change from warm to cold, and symptoms such as dry mouth and cough follow. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that pears have the effect of moistening the lungs and relieving cough, nourishing yin and clearing heat, which can relieve these discomforts and are suitable for consumption in seasons such as stinging.
In folk beliefs, pears are homophonic with "leave", which means to repel insects and protect crops, hoping that pests will stay away and ensure a good harvest throughout the year. This practice has important practical significance in agrarian societies, reflecting the reverence for the natural environment and the desire to live in harmony with nature.
In addition, eating pears is also endowed with the meaning of "leaving home to start a business" and "striving to honor the ancestors", reflecting people's beautiful expectations for the future and the pursuit of family glory.
In this solar term, pears can be eaten in a variety of ways, such as raw, steamed, juiced, roasted, or boiled to meet the tastes and needs of different people. In some areas, in addition to eating pears, there are also other food customs related to solar terms, such as eating "lazy dragon", which enriches people's food culture.
In short, the custom of eating pears is not only a delicious enjoyment, but also contains people's expectations for spring, attention to health and the inheritance of traditional culture. In this spring season, let us taste the sweetness of pears and feel the beauty of life.
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