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The article explains that the arrival of the beginning of winter marks the beginning of winter. Eating dumplings, organizing home heating supplies, going outside on sunny days, and taking appropriate dietary supplements are recommended to help prepare the body and mind for cold weather.
beginning of winter It is the 19th solar term of the 24 solar terms, representing the beginning of winter. Its traditional meaning is to collect and retrieve all things. The ancients divided the beginning of winter into three seasons, in which the water begins to freeze, the ground slowly freezes, and the activities of pheasants and other birds decrease. This year, winter begins on November 7 (Saturday), which is autumn or about to enter winter in much of the Northern Hemisphere.
The onset of winter does not mean that cold winter will begin immediately, but rather it reminds people to wear more clothes and adjust their work, rest and diet as the weather gets colder. Traditionally, it is recommended to do three things after the onset of winter to prepare physically and mentally for the coming winter.
There is a Chinese saying that “If you don’t bring a bowl of dumplings at the beginning of winter, your ears will be clogged and no one will care”, which refers to the traditional custom of eating dumplings at the beginning of winter. The shape of dumplings is similar to ears, hence the saying that eating dumplings can protect the ears from cold. As the weather turns cold with the beginning of winter, eating hot dumplings can not only replenish calories but also create a festive atmosphere. If making your own dumplings is not convenient, buying frozen dumplings is also very convenient. You can choose your favorite flavor, focus on a balanced diet and avoid excessive consumption of fat.
Before and after the beginning of winter, you can check the wardrobe, refrigerator and storage space in the house, organize winter clothes, quilts and daily supplies, and make preparations to keep warm in advance. Traditionally, when the weather is pleasant it is also customary to take out cotton padded clothing and bedding for sunbathing to help keep you dry. Modern families do not need to stock up on a large amount of vegetables, but they can prepare a reasonable amount of shelf-stable ingredients to make the home environment more comfortable, and check whether the electric heater, electric blanket and other heating supplies are full and normal.
