Lesser Fullness, one of China's 24 solar terms just passed. As temperatures rise and rainfall increases, this transition invites us to adjust our daily rhythms for the warmer months ahead.

Seasonal Wellness Focus: Three Gentle Adjustments

1. Supporting Comfort in Humid Weather

As humidity builds, traditional practices emphasize maintaining balance. Foods like adzuki beans, loofah, and yam are enjoyed during this season. Many appreciate this comforting congee:

Reishi & Coix Seed Congee: Combines Ganoderma lucidum (Reishi), coix seeds, and adzuki beans. Traditionally valued for its place in seasonal cuisine.

Enjoy as part of a balanced seasonal diet.

2. Maintaining Summer Calm

Warmer days call for mindful hydration. Many find herbal infusions and mung bean preparations refreshing. Maintaining a peaceful mindset supports daily well-being during seasonal transitions.

3. Staying Cool in Warm Weather

Prepare for warmer days by staying hydrated, seeking shade during peak sun, and choosing breathable clothing. This supports natural comfort during outdoor activities.

Seasonal Nourishment: Four Refreshing Choices

1. Bitter Greens & Vegetables

Bitter melon, lettuce, and seasonal greens are celebrated for their refreshing qualities in summer cuisine, supporting natural hydration.

2. Hydrating Fruits & Vegetables

Cucumber, garlic sprouts, and cherries – known as the "Three Delights of Lesser Fullness" – provide hydration and nutrients lost through perspiration.

3. Summer Melons

Bitter melon, winter melon, and loofah are prized in warm-weather cooking for their high water content and culinary versatility.

4. Traditional Summer Infusions

These herbal blends are enjoyed in warm weather:

Ophiopogon Infusion: Chrysanthemum, mulberry leaf, ophiopogon, and reed rhizome

Honeysuckle Blend: Honeysuckle, hawthorn, and dried tangerine peel

Mint Infusion: Mint leaves, codonopsis, chrysanthemum with rock sugar

Enjoy as part of cultural summer traditions.