Dietary conditioning after the Start of Spring should consider the initial rise of Yang energy in spring. It is advisable to consume pungent and sweet foods that promote dispersion, and avoid sour foods that have astringent properties. In the relationship between the five organs and five flavors, the sour flavor enters the Liver and has a contracting nature, which is not conducive to the generation of Yang Qi and the free flow of Liver Qi. Dietary conditioning should cater to the preferences of the organs, as it is said, "Going against its nature brings suffering, while following its nature brings desire."
Vegetables with an astringent nature include: tomatoes, mandarin oranges, oranges, tangerines, pomelos, apricots, papayas, loquats, hawthorns, olives, lemons, pomegranates, and dark plums.
Purposefully select some herbs and foods that soften, nourish, and soothe the Liver, and promote the free flow of Qi to regulate Qi. Herbs such as goji berries, turmeric, red sage root, and corydalis, and foods such as jujubes, fermented black beans, scallions, cilantro, and peanuts can be flexibly combined in meal planning.
After the Start of Spring, avoid spicy foods in your diet.
Limit your intake of spicy hot pot, lamb, barbecue, and fried foods. After the Start of Spring, it is important to eat less overly spicy, fried, and grilled foods. Unlike in winter, you should eat less spicy hot pot, lamb, and dog meat after the Start of Spring, as these foods can deplete Yang Qi and lead to "internal heat."
There are actually many other taboos after spring. For example, maintain good eating habits during the Spring Festival, as there will be a lot of delicious food. Many people return home for the holiday and naturally get less exercise while eating more. This makes it easy for fat to accumulate. Many people say they gain weight during the Spring Festival, so avoid overeating, arrange your mealtimes reasonably, and certainly do not stay up late every day, etc.
A year's plan starts in spring. Beginning with the Start of Spring, by aligning with the vibrant and lively atmosphere of nature in spring and paying attention to conditioning your body, you will have a strong physique to welcome the new year.