After the summer solstice, it means we are about to enter the hottest stage of the year. Han Juan, the chief physician of Baokang Hospital affiliated with Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, introduced in an interview that during the summer solstice, the weather is hot and the body sweats more, resulting in relatively weak digestive function. At this time, it is advisable to have a light and less oily diet, avoid fat, sweetness, and thick taste, in order to reduce the burden on the spleen and stomach. Han Juan said that as the temperature rises, the amount of sweat produced by the human body increases, and the body loses more water. At the same time, due to the accelerated metabolism of the human body in summer, the amount of water consumed will also increase. Therefore, it is necessary to drink more water during this period to quickly replenish body fluids. You can also replenish water by eating more fruits and vegetables, such as cabbage, bitter gourd, luffa, cucumber, watermelon, and other green leafy vegetables, as well as watermelons and fruits with high water content, which are good choices. It should be noted that as the amount of sweat increases, the salt in the body will also be excreted. To supplement the lost salt in the body, it is advisable to increase the consumption of salty foods, such as seaweed, seaweed, shrimp, etc. During the summer solstice, it is easy to feel tired and lose appetite, but it is important not to just eat fruits and vegetables. If the daily intake of nutrients is insufficient and the immune system is weakened, it may lead to diseases Han Juan suggests that even in hot weather, one should eat some high-quality protein such as lean meat, fish, beans, milk, eggs, etc. appropriately. To enhance appetite, natural ingredients and seasonings such as scallions, ginger, garlic, coriander, Sichuan pepper, star anise, vinegar, etc. with their unique aroma can be used to enhance the taste. Meanwhile, greasy cooking methods such as grilling, frying, and frying should be avoided. Han Juan reminds that the hot weather makes it extremely easy for pathogenic microorganisms to reproduce, food is prone to spoilage and spoilage, and gastrointestinal diseases such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea often occur. So, in summer, it is important to prevent diseases from entering through the mouth, pay attention to dietary hygiene, avoid eating rotten and spoiled food, and avoid drinking raw water. When eating fruits and vegetables raw, be sure to clean them thoroughly. (Lai Xin She)