🔥 Hey amigos! Ever heard of Xiaoman? It's the time of year when things start heating up in China, and we're here for it! ☀️🌾
Xiaoman, also known as Grain Buds, is the 8th solar term of the traditional Chinese lunisolar calendar, falling on May 20th this year. As the sun blazes brighter and wheat fields turn golden, the heat is on! But guess what? Our friends in China have a cool trick up their sleeves to beat the heat: munching on bitter veggies! 🥒🌿
According to traditional Chinese medicine, eating vegetables with a bitter taste during Xiaoman isn't just a quirk—it's a savvy way to refresh the body and kick out that summer sizzle. Think bitter gourds, endives, and dandelion leaves. These greens might make you pucker, but they're the real MVPs of summer eats! Not only do they help you chill out, but they also boost your appetite and get your digestion grooving. 🍽️✨
So, why not take a page from this ancient tradition? Next time you're feeling the heat, grab some bitter veggies and join the cool kids! Your body will thank you, and you'll be rocking a tradition that's thousands of years old. How's that for awesome? 😎🌱
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
