Grain in Ear

芒种(Mángzhǒng), June 5, 2025. This signals that wheat and barley are ready for harvest while rice seedlings need planting. It’s a busy agricultural season, associated with growth and activity. In TCM, this is the time to prevent heat and dampness from overwhelming the body. Recommended foods include millet, soybeans, cherries, and apricot to support digestion and energy. Light meals with less oily food protect the Spleen, while gentle sweating exercises (like brisk walking or qigong) help regulate Qi and prevent summer fatigue.