Manzhong Solar term - Grain in Beard

This is the most important period of ripening of cereals, when the plants give ears and are ready for reproduction. In many regions of China, harvesting of winter wheat and barley begins. Moreover, this is the optimal time for sowing lowland rice, millet and broomcorn millet. The length of the day increases visibly and gradually approaches its annual maximum. The air temperature is quite high, and in the low and middle basin of the Yangtze river there are “plum rains” (梅雨), which are accompanied here by an increase in humidity. Mosquitoes appear in large numbers

Manzhong Solar term 芒种 is the ninth of the  24 solar terms of the Chinese calendar. This is the third of the summer seasons, it coincides with the first half of the month of the Horse, the second month of summer, which occurs annually on June 5-6. The Manzhong Solar term lasts until about June 22, when it gives way to the  Xiazhi season - Summer Solstice

The ninth minor season of the Chinese agricultural calendar, Manzhong is the most important period in terms of agricultural activity, this is the period of full ripening of cereal crops. The Chinese often say that the third summer season is the busiest time, as summer harvesting, summer sowing and spring sowing take place during this period. In this regard, the season of “Grain in Beard” is also called the time of “active sowing”. In addition, in Chinese the name “Grain in Beard” is consonant with the phrase “active sowing.” The Manzhong solar term is the busiest time for farmers, busy with sowing and other work in the fields. In many regions of China, the harvest of winter wheat and barley begins.

CLIMATE

In northern China, the sun shines brightly and the weather is hot and dry. The air temperature is quite high. The southern regions of China, especially the middle and lower reaches of the Yangtze River and Taiwan Province, are entering the season of “cement rains” (Chinese: 梅雨季), which are sometimes also called “plum rains” (梅雨). “Plum rain” is considered a characteristic Asian natural phenomenon. In late spring, when plums ripen in China and Japan, humid Pacific air meets cool continental air. And in the east of the continent precipitation begins to fall. Sometimes it’s downpours, sometimes it’s prolonged drizzling rains.

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Due to the high relative humidity in the premises (more than 85%), mold covers literally everything: from food, wardrobe items to indoor wall surfaces and even upholstered furniture. Mosquitoes appear in large numbers.

The length of the day increases noticeably and is gradually approaching its annual maximum.

TRADITION

At this time, there is a sharp increase in rainfall (and therefore in many provinces they traditionally carry out a fight like “roll the enemy in the mud”), people pray for a good harvest and try to eat light and bland food that does not “increase the internal fire.”

The time for collecting wormwood leaves, the main raw material for making moxa cotton wool and moxa cigarettes in traditional Chinese Zhengju therapy, is ending.

HEALT

Manzhong is a time of increased attention not only to the condition of crops in the fields, but also to one’s own health. When strengthening your health this solar term, you should take into account the climate. You need to try to stay in a good mood and avoid anger and sadness. Thanks to this psychological background, free circulation of vital energy is ensured in the body.

In summer, the days are long and the nights are short. During this period, it is better to go to bed a little later and get up earlier. To compensate for the sleep period, it is useful to take a short nap at noon, if possible, or simply relax, closing your eyes for a few minutes, which will help get rid of fatigue.

At this time, try to moderately warm yourself under the sun's rays (avoid doing this at midday). This will replenish the reserves of “yang” energy in the body, stimulate blood circulation and qi energy, which will allow you to remain alert.

To avoid sunstroke, you should shower more often. Thanks to this, the skin relaxes and excess heat from the body is easily eliminated.

DIET

In summer, to improve your health, you should eat light food, which plays an indispensable role in your diet. For example, vegetables and legumes supply essential nutrients for the human body such as sugars, protein, fats, minerals and large amounts of vitamins. Vitamins are necessary for high-quality metabolism. They are useful for preventing diseases and slowing down the aging process, vitamin C is also an effective antioxidant.

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Elderly people are recommended to eat more vegetables and fruits. The vitamin C they contain is to a certain extent useful for restoring and maintaining the health of blood vessels, and helps prevent arteriosclerosis. Dietary fiber, contained in vegetables in significant quantities, allows for uninterrupted bowel movements, reduces the absorption of toxins, prevents early aging and the occurrence of colorectal cancer, which is often caused by constipation