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Grain Rain 谷雨

Grain Rain is the final Solar Term of Spring period. It falls on 19 April 2024 (Fri). The amount of heat continues to rise and there may be an increase in allergy ailments such as asthma. It is recommended to maintain regular meal times and reduce the amount of cold food to cultivate a healthy stomach …

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Pure Brightness 清明

Pure Brightness is the fifth Solar Term of Spring period. It falls on 4 April 2024 (Thu).  It is the period to sweep ancestors’ tombs and pay respects to the departed love ones.  It is recommended to maintain a light-hearted spirit and positive emotions. 清明是春季的第五个节气,日期为2024年4月4日(星期四)。今日是中国自古以来祭祖扫墓的重要日子,同时也是踏青日。此时自然界生机勃勃,许多人会在扫墓后于郊外踏青,节哀自重、转换心情,同时也可舒解肝气、防止肝经疾病。 Health Tip 1: Chamomile Tea养生小帖士1: 洋菊花茶 Recipe:Chamomile Tea Benefits:– Aids digestion, relaxing and …

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Awakening of Insects 惊蛰

Awakening of Insects is the third Solar Term of Spring period. It falls on 5 March 2024 (Tue). There will be thunder sounds to awaken the hibernating insects underground. It is recommended to maintain a healthy immune system with adequate protein, vitamins and minerals to prevent infections from the microorganisms. 惊蛰是春季的第三个节气,日期为2024年3月5日(星期二)。今日起,天气转暖,渐有春雷,唤醒万物生长。此时的气候利于流感的传播,因此我们仍然需要注意保暖,饮食上注意多摄入植物蛋白质以及丰富的维生素,适当食用补养阳气的食物,增强自身的抵抗力。 Health Tip 1: Barley Water with White Hyacinth Beans养生小帖士1: …

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Rain Water 雨水

Rain Water is the second Solar Term of Spring period. It falls on 19 February 2024 (Mon). There is an increment in rainfall to nourish all things on earth. It is a good period to cultivate health. It is recommended to care for the digestive system, especially to take precaution to reduce dampness in the body. …

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Major Cold 大寒

Major Cold is the last Solar Term of Winter period. It falls on 20 Jan 2023 (Sat). The end of a season also implies the beginning of a new season; the beginning of Spring. All things are preparing to sprout again. The human body’s Yang energy is rising.  During this period, we should slow down on …

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Minor Cold 小寒

MInor Cold is the fifth Solar Term of Winter period. It falls on 6 Jan 2024 (Sat). The accumulative cold of winter makes this period the coldest.  It is recommended to keep warm, sunbathe regularly and nourish the body moderately. 小寒是冬季中的第五个节气,日期为2023年1月6日(星期六)。从气象记录中,此时节为冬季当中最冷的时节。养生保健方面,要多注意从御寒保暖驱寒邪,坚持适度体育锻炼,定时晒晒太阳,健康食补提升阳气为主,减甜增苦,切记不可大补。 Health Tip 1: Guangxi Liubao Tea养生小帖士1: 广西六堡茶 Recipe:Guangxi Liubao Tea Benefits:– Improve blood circulation, warm the …

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Major Snow 大雪

Major Snow is the third Solar Term of Winter period. It falls on Dec 7 2023 (Thu). The temperature gradually decreases. In Singapore, we may experience more rainfall. It is recommended to keep warm, especially for individuals with high risk of cardiac diseases. We can also tonify our body with appropriate herbs. However it is important …

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