谷雨｜雨生百谷，蓄力生长

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（来源：威胜信息技术股份有限公司）

谷雨是中国传统二十四节气中的第六个节气，也是春季的最后一个节气。谷雨的三候，即谷雨时节的三个自然现象，分别代表了谷雨节气期间自然界的三种变化。不仅反映了中国古代对自然节律的精细观察，也体现了农业文明与自然和谐共生的智慧。这些自然现象的变化，对于古代农民来说，是安排农事活动的重要依据。

谷雨养生

由于谷雨节气后空气中的湿度逐渐加大，因此需防“湿邪”侵袭伤身。注意开窗通风、加强保暖，不要着凉，多晒太阳，适当运动。如果已有“湿邪”侵入，在日常饮食中，可增加一些利水祛湿的食物，如玉米、茯苓、冬瓜、薏米、赤小豆等。

中医认为，“湿困脾土”，湿邪很容易损伤脾之阳气，所以，在谷雨节气要顾护好脾，既可以为接下来闷热的夏天打基础，也可免受谷雨湿温之邪的困扰。同时，春五行属木，春末仍是养肝的大好时机。

谷雨前后15天，脾处于旺盛时期。脾的旺盛会使胃强健起来，从而使消化功能处于旺盛的状态，消化功能旺盛有利于营养的吸收，因此这时正是补身的大好时机。但是补要适当，不宜过，此时进补不能像冬天那样，应适当食用一些补血益气功效的食物。

Grain Rain is the sixth solar term in the traditional Chinese lunar calendar and the final solar term of spring. The "Three Pentads" of Guyu—three natural phenomena observed during this period—symbolize the cyclical changes in nature as the season transitions. These observations not only reflect ancient China’s meticulous understanding of natural rhythms but also embody the wisdom of agricultural civilization in harmonizing with nature. For ancient farmers, these shifts served as crucial guidelines for planning agricultural activities.

Health Preservation During Grain Rain

After the Grain Rain solar term, humidity in the air gradually increases, making it essential to guard against the invasion of "dampness pathogens" that harm the body. Recommendations include ventilating rooms, staying warm, avoiding cold exposure, basking in sunlight, and engaging in moderate exercise. If dampness has already invaded the body, incorporate foods that promote diuresis and dispel dampness into daily diets, such as corn, poria cocos, winter melon, barley, and adzuki beans.

Traditional Chinese Medicine posits that "dampness encumbers the spleen-earth", as dampness pathogens easily damage the spleen’s yang energy. During Grain Rain, protecting the spleen is vital: it prepares the body for the upcoming humid summer and prevents ailments caused by damp-heat pathogens. Additionally, spring corresponds to the Wood element in the Five Phases theory, making late spring an ideal time to nourish the liver.

In the 15 days surrounding Grain Rain, the spleen enters a period of heightened activity. A robust spleen strengthens the stomach, enhancing digestive functions and nutrient absorption. This makes it an optimal time for supplementation. However, moderation is key—unlike winter’s intensive nourishing practices, focus on foods that tonify blood and boost qi, such as red dates, goji berries, and yam, to avoid overburdening the body.