Cold Dew~

Cold Dew marks a significant drop in temperature, signifying the transition from cool, pleasant weather to the cold of deep autumn. Core Meaning and Climatic Features of Cold Dew •Origin of the Name: Derived from the 'Yueling Seventy-Two Hou Ji Jie' (a classical Chinese almanac), it indicates that the dew point is lower at this time and is 'about to condense,' meaning it's close to forming frost. •Timing: Usually falls on October 7th or 8th of the Gregorian calendar each year. •Climate Change: It's the first solar term in autumn to include the character 'Han' (cold), characterized by large temperature differences between morning and evening and a noticeable chill. Folk Customs and Health Focus •Warming Proverb: 'Don't expose your body during White Dew, don't expose your feet during Cold Dew,' reminding people to pay attention to keeping their feet and body warm at this time to prevent cold from entering through the soles of the feet. •Daily Life: Diet-wise, it's suitable for nourishing yin, moistening the lungs, and protecting the spleen and stomach. Reduce consumption of raw and cold foods.