Major Heat

The Essence of the Season

Dàshǔ is the peak of heat, yet it hides the seed of reversal—at the height of fullness, the heat is already beginning to retreat.

Seasonal Diet & Wellness

Damp heat presses hard, so tonify qi and strengthen the spleen, treat winter ailments in summer, and never overindulge in cold drinks that harm spleen yang.

Daily Routine & Care

Around Dàshǔ, the best way is to follow the rhythm of the season. Damp heat presses hard, so tonify qi and strengthen the spleen, treat winter ailments in summer, and never overindulge in cold drinks that harm spleen yang.

Notes at the Table

Folklore speaks of “drinking fu tea”. Serving ginger preserved in the summer heat now follows the season’s rhythm and nourishes both body and mind.