March 5th this year is the Awakening of Insects solar term, which is the third solar term among the 24 solar terms and marks the beginning of the mid spring season. At this moment, as the earth warms up, people can clearly feel the footsteps of spring getting closer and closer. Traditional Chinese medicine experts remind that the key to health preservation at this time is to nourish and protect the liver, maintain a relaxed mood, avoid excessive emotional fluctuations, and avoid damaging the liver. At the same time, nourishing yin appropriately allows one's spirit, emotions, and qi and blood to stretch and flow like spring. Xiao Xiao, deputy chief physician of the gynecology department at Beijing Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine affiliated with Capital Medical University, introduced that in terms of daily life, it is necessary to ensure sufficient sleep, try not to go to bed before 11 pm at night, and wake up between 6-8 am. At the same time, do not rush to take off your winter clothes. Follow the principle of "spring cover", especially keeping your lower limbs and feet warm to prevent the invasion of cold pathogens. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that in spring, it belongs to wood and corresponds to the liver. During the Awakening of Insects, the liver qi is vigorous Xiao Xiao introduced that in terms of diet, the principle of reducing acidity and increasing sweetness should be followed, because acidity enters the liver and sweetness enters the spleen, reducing acidity and increasing sweetness can achieve the effect of nourishing the spleen and stomach. At this time, it is recommended to eat more sweet foods such as jujubes, yams, pumpkins, etc. to nourish the spleen and stomach. You can also eat more foods that have the effect of promoting yang energy, such as chives, spring shoots, sprouts, etc. In addition, it is also advisable to eat more foods that clear liver fire, such as celery, shepherd's purse, chrysanthemum tea, pears, etc., which have the effect of generating fluids and moistening dryness; Eat less spicy (chili), greasy (barbecue), and overly acidic foods (vinegar, lemon) to prevent excessive liver fire. Xiao Xiao reminds that during the Awakening of Insects season, the temperature changes greatly, making the human body vulnerable to wind and cold invasion. In addition, viruses and bacteria are active, leading to a high incidence of respiratory diseases such as colds and flu. At this time, moxibustion at acupoints such as Dazhui and Feishu can enhance immunity and prevent diseases. During the Awakening of Insects period, the liver yang qi gradually rises, and the yin blood is relatively insufficient. People are prone to emotional fluctuations, such as impatience, irritability, and even emotional disorders. It is recommended to participate in outdoor activities and try soothing exercises such as Eight Section Brocade and Tai Chi. Through the coordination of body stretching and breathing, the meridians can be unblocked, and the vitality can be cultivated. It can also be combined with massage of Tai Chong acupoint to soothe the liver, regulate qi, and regulate emotions. (New Society)