As the Awakening of Insects approaches, the weather turns warmer and warmer. Therefore, fresh vegetables and food that contains plenty of protein like bamboo shoots, spinach, celery, chicken, eggs and milk should be eaten more in order to strengthen one's physique and resist the attack of pathogenic bacteria.
What is more, the weather of the Awakening of Insects is very dry, which can make people’s mouths parched and tongues scorched, and even make them catch a cold or cough. The pear is sweet and cold-natured. It has the function of moistening the lungs to arrest one’s cough. Therefore, people have the custom of eating pears during the Awakening of Insects.
There are many ways to eat pears. They can be eaten directly or eaten after being steamed or boiled. People can also extract its juices. The flavor will be better after adding some sugar candy. It is also good for treating coughs.
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