The dog days of summer are approaching, and the weather characteristics after the beginning of the dog days are high temperature, low pressure, high humidity, and low wind speed. The climate is extremely hot and humid, making it the hottest and most unbearable time of the year.
This is because the summer days are long, with long hours of sunshine. The amount of heat absorbed by the ground far exceeds the amount dissipated, causing the accumulated heat on the ground to increase day by day, leading to a continuous rise in temperature, hence the name “dog days of summer”.
During the dog days, diet should focus on removing dampness and clearing heat. People with heavy internal dampness often have diets rich in fats and sweets and lack physical activity. The heavier the dampness, the heavier the body feels, and the less willing it is to move. This can lead to a vicious cycle over time.
