The traditional Chinese lunar calendar divides the year into 24 solar terms. Grain Buds, (Chinese: 小满), the 8th solar term of a year, (mean) that the seeds from the grain are becoming full but are not ripe.
In China, the 24 solar terms (create) thousands of years ago to guide agricultural production. But the solar term culture is still useful today to guide people's lives through special foods, cultural (ceremony), gardening and even healthy living tips that correspond with each solar term. Let's see we can do during the "Grain Buds" period.
During the Grain Buds period, summer harvest is to begin. A saying about rain during this time mentions, "A heavy rainfall makes the river full. " Because of the great increase in rainfall, rivers are full of water, gives rise to great tasting fish and shrimps. This is a good time to enjoy (it). It is also a harvest season for fishermen.
(Highly) temperatures and humidity are common during the Grain Buds period. The increase in temperature over this season may also give rise (nettle) rash, rheumatism, sweat spots, eczema and other skin diseases.
It is also important to exercise during the hot summer days. Walking,(jog) and practicing tai chi are popular.
