This is a jingle in folklore, used to remember the time of five volts. Five volts refers to the five hottest days in a row every summer, and it is also a very important time node in TCM health preservation.
According to the jingle, the first volt refers to the sixth day from summer to the future, the second volt refers to the sixteenth day from summer to the future, the third volt refers to the 26th day from summer to the future, the fourth volt refers to the ten days before and after beginning of autumn, and the fifth volt refers to the ten days after beginning of autumn.
During this period, the temperature is high and the human body is prone to sweating, which is an important period for disease prevention and treatment. Therefore, in TCM health preservation, we should pay attention to the adjustment of diet, daily life and exercise to maintain good health.
Matters needing attention in dog days
1, the diet should be light: when the temperature is high in dog days, people's appetite will be relatively weakened. At this time, we should focus on light and digestible foods, such as vegetables, fruits and porridge. And try to avoid eating too greasy and spicy food.
2. Hydration: At high temperature, the human body is prone to sweating and dehydration, so it is necessary to drink plenty of water to replenish water. At the same time, you can also drink more drinks such as mung bean soup to clear away heat and relieve summer heat.
3. Avoid going out in direct sunlight in the afternoon: The highest temperature in dog days is usually in the afternoon. At this time, try to avoid going out in direct sunlight to avoid heatstroke.
4. Pay attention to sun protection: Apply sunscreen before going out, especially in the case of strong sunshine, to avoid sunburn and sunburn.
5. Pay attention to indoor ventilation: indoor doors and windows should be opened in time for ventilation to maintain air circulation and avoid the influence of hot and humid environment on the body.