Lidong, the 19th of the 24 solar terms, means that it begins to enter winter. Lidong means "collect all things to avoid the cold". Stand, start. Winter, the end also. Fifteen days after the frost falls, the fingers dry, which is the beginning of winter. Cold water sets, and the ground begins to freeze. The sun lies in the sun, and all things are dormant. The leaves are empty, the branches are empty, and the roots are quiet. The seasons change, and the air of winter is black and clear. 

The beginning of winter is the beginning of maintaining the body every year. Because winter is the season of collection, we should nourish and store Yang, tonify the kidney and store essence, and lay a foundation for our health in the coming year. In terms of diet, we should pay attention to eating less raw and cold food and more warm and thick food:

1. White radish

Eat radish and ginseng in winter. White radish contains mustard capsaicin, which has a certain anti-inflammatory and heat clearing effect. In addition, white radish contains lignin and a variety of enzymes, which can reduce blood lipid, soften blood vessels and stabilize blood pressure; Its rich minerals can help the human body improve immunity and prevent frostbite and other diseases.

2. Chinese Cabbage

A hundred dishes are not as good as cabbage. Don't underestimate cabbage. It contains a lot of vitamin C and fiber, which is good for a long time, especially in winter.

Daily life: go to bed early and get up late

In terms of daily life, experts suggest going to bed early, getting up late and working at sunrise to ensure adequate sleep. It is also possible to sleep in properly, which is conducive to the accumulation of Yang Qi and Yin essence.

Exercise delay

After the beginning of winter, exercise should avoid high-intensity exercise, preferably after 9-10 a.m. or 4-5 p.m., avoid going out on windy and cooling days, and don't stay outdoors for a long time.

In addition, we should drink more warm water in winter to nourish yin and moisten dryness at the same time. You can also choose Shashen, Yuzhu, lily, fig, tremella, medlar, turtle, Siraitia grosvenorii and other Yin nourishing foods to make soup or stew.

Winter is beautiful. Although there are no flowers and green leaves, it brings people a refreshing and different warmth. The sunshine in winter is very special... There is a famous saying that if winter comes, will spring be far behind? It always inspires everyone in trouble.