Lidong is the first solar term of winter, which means "Lidong, the beginning; winter, the end, the collection of all things", symbolizing the hidden Yang energy and the peak of Yin energy, officially entering winter. At this time, the north wind is gradually strengthening, the water is beginning to freeze, and the ground is beginning to freeze. The climate is characterized by a balance of cold and dryness, with a clear sign of seclusion. Health preservation requires "warming the kidneys and storing essence, warming the middle and solidifying the surface, moistening dryness and preventing rheumatism" to solidify the foundation of the door to life for the cold winter. Recommend one Congee, one dish and one tea to help you pass the beginning of winter smoothly. Red date, longan and medlar Congee 10 red dates, longan 10, medlar 10 grams, japonica rice 100 grams, porridge drinking. Jujube has a warm and sweet nature and enters the heart and spleen and stomach meridians. It can nourish the middle and qi, nourish the blood and calm the mind, nourish the heart and spleen, and protect stomach qi; Longan has a warm and sweet nature, and enters the heart and spleen meridians. It can nourish the heart and spleen, nourish the blood and calm the mind, and nourish qi and blood; Goji berries have a sweet and mild taste, and can enter the liver and kidney meridians. They can nourish the liver and kidneys, nourish essence and blood, and improve vision. The three medicinal properties are warm and not dry, warm and nourish the liver, heart, spleen, and kidneys, and nourish qi and blood. Warm spleen yang without harming yin, especially suitable for drinking during the beginning of winter season. Danggui Ginger Lamb Soup consists of 9g Danggui, 15g Ginger, one slice of Bai Zhi, and one pound of lamb. Simmer until the white meat in the soup is tender, and season with a little salt, vinegar, and pepper. Cook the soup and eat meat. Danggui Ginger Lamb Soup comes from the medical sage Zhang Zhongjing's "Synopsis of the Golden Chamber" and has the effects of warming the middle and tonifying deficiency, dispelling cold and relieving pain. Therefore, after the beginning of winter, it can be used as a health Tonic Diet for warming and dispersing cold. Ginger Jujube Rose Tea: 3 large slices of ginger, 5 jujubes, 10 roses, brewed in hot water, consumed as a substitute for tea, 3-5 cups per day. Ginger has a pungent and warm taste, which belongs to the lung, spleen, and stomach meridians. It can dispel wind and sweat, relieve surface coldness, warm the middle, and warm the lungs. Jujube is warm in nature and sweet in taste. It belongs to the heart, spleen, and stomach meridians, and can nourish the middle and qi, nourish the blood and calm the mind, nourish the heart and spleen, and protect stomach qi. Rose has a warm and slightly bitter taste. When it enters the liver and spleen meridians, it can soothe the liver, relieve depression, promote blood circulation, remove blood stasis, regulate qi and meridians, awaken the spleen and stomach; The combination of three medicines can dispel cold and warm the stomach, soothe the liver and invigorate the spleen. It can be used during the beginning of winter to prevent external wind and cold infections and internal damage to the spleen and stomach caused by cold pathogens. The key to health preservation during the beginning of winter lies in "closing the body and consolidating the foundation". During the beginning of winter, the body's yang energy is concentrated in the kidneys, and the lung system is weakened by warmth, which can lead to dry nose, sore throat, coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath; Cold pathogenic factors can lead to cold pain in the waist and knees, as well as cracked hands and feet; Zhongjiao deficiency cold can easily cause cold pain in the epigastric region, diarrhea, and clearing of grains. At this time, the key to health preservation lies in "closing the body and consolidating the foundation". By leveraging the power of heaven and earth to seal the body, warm and nourish the lower body with sentient products, and dissolve the cold and dryness with sweet and warm substances. Diet should warm the kidneys without aiding fire, and fill the essence without stagnation. The order of Shundongzang is to hibernate and store energy in order to establish a deep foundation and withstand the severe cold of the three winters. Principles of Winter Medicine and Health Preservation: Warm the spleen and kidneys with a winter diet, and do not forget to nourish yin in autumn and winter. The first priority is to nourish the yang, protect the vital gate (lower back), the navel (lower abdomen), and the gushing spring (heart). Soak your feet in warm water before going to bed to promote the meridians. Lie down early and wake up late to wait for sunlight. Rub the kidney shu acupoint (lower back) hot in the morning to help increase yang energy. Diet should avoid raw, cold, greasy, and greasy foods to prevent cold and dampness from affecting the spleen. It is recommended to warm and nourish the spleen and kidneys, and not forget to "nourish yin in autumn and winter" to avoid warming and damaging yin. (New Society)