Culture insider:7 things you need to know about Grain in Ear

2. Have light food

The renowned doctor Sun Simiao of the Tang Dynasty (AD618-907) advised not to eat greasy or strongly flavored food during the Grain in Ear season. He said coarse food grain was the best, and vegetables were preferred to meat.

Generally, vegetables and grains which work in lowering the blood pressure and high blood fat should be the first choice. During this season, people are encouraged to consume less lamb, pork, hot peppers, onions and gingers if they are frequently feeling thirsty and tired.

A statue of Sun Simiao in Xiuwu county, Henan province, January 3, 2011. [Photo/IC]