Stunned, this spring solar term is picturesque, as if it is the call of nature's awakening. As the snow melts, the earth warms up, everything recovers, and people get busy and ready for the new year. And at such a vibrant moment, there is one fruit that has been given a special meaning, and that is the pear.
Why do people choose to eat pears on the day of stinging? In fact, there is a profound scientific and cultural connotation behind this.
From a scientific point of view, during the sting season, the climate gradually dries out, the humidity in the air decreases, and people tend to feel dry mouth and throat discomfort. Pears, as a fruit with the effect of moistening the lungs and relieving cough, just meet the physiological needs of people at this time. Pears are rich in water and vitamins that moisturize the lungs, soothe throat discomfort and help people maintain good health during the dry season.
In addition, pears also have an important place in traditional Chinese culture. It is seen as a symbol of auspiciousness and happiness. Eating pears on this day means welcoming the new year, praying for good weather, abundant harvests, family harmony and good health. It is believed that by eating pears, one can incorporate the auspicious meaning of pears into one's life and bring good luck and happiness for the new year.
In addition to the delicious and nutritional value of pears themselves, the custom of eating pears in surprise also reflects the Chinese's awe and gratitude for nature. In traditional Chinese culture, it is believed that all phenomena in the natural world contain the mystery and wisdom between heaven and earth. As a solar term in spring, it is the beginning of nature's awakening and the starting point for people to start a new life. Eating pears is not only a thank you for the gifts of nature, but also a beautiful expectation for your future life.
Eating pears is not only because pears have the effect of moistening the lungs and relieving cough, which is in line with the climatic characteristics at this time, but also because of the special meaning of pears in traditional Chinese culture and people's awe and gratitude for nature. In this spring solar term, let's taste the delicious taste of pears together, feel the gift of nature, and welcome the arrival of the new year.