The solar term of Lesser Fullness has just passed, marking a time in the traditional calendar when temperatures rise and rainfall increases. This transition is often a cue to adjust daily routines for the warmer months ahead.

Seasonal Living: Three Gentle Adjustments

1. Adapting to Humid Weather

As humidity builds, culinary traditions in various cultures often shift. Foods like adzuki beans, loofah, and yam are commonly enjoyed during this season. One such traditional preparation is Reishi & Coix Seed Congee, which combines Ganoderma lucidum (Reishi), coix seeds, and adzuki beans. This dish is part of the culinary heritage of this time of year.

2. Embracing Summer Calm

Warmer days call for mindful hydration practices. Many people find herbal infusions and mung bean preparations to be refreshing choices. Focusing on a peaceful mindset is a common goal during seasonal changes.

3. Staying Cool in Warm Weather

Practical preparations for warmer days include staying hydrated, seeking shade during peak sun, and choosing breathable clothing. These habits can contribute to personal comfort during outdoor activities.

Seasonal Foods: Four Refreshing Choices

1. Bitter Greens & Vegetables

Bitter melon, lettuce, and seasonal greens are celebrated in summer cuisine for their unique flavors and contribution to a varied diet.

2. Hydrating Fruits & Vegetables

Cucumber, garlic sprouts, and cherries are enjoyed in early summer for their high water content and taste.

3. Summer Melons

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

4. Traditional Summer Beverages

These herbal blends are consumed in warm weather in various traditions:

A blend of chrysanthemum, mulberry leaf, ophiopogon, and reed rhizome.

A combination of honeysuckle, hawthorn, and dried tangerine peel.

An infusion of mint leaves, codonopsis, chrysanthemum, often sweetened.

These beverages are appreciated as part of cultural summer rituals.

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