What is the custom of the fear season?

The custom of the season of fright: which is insect repellent or insect repellent?

During the period of fright, the weather turned warmer and the dormant underground overwintering insects began to hatch actively. In order to suppress pests, people have insect repellent activities such as sweeping insects, frying insects and shooting insects. Some people will take bedding and clothes to the yard to shake them in order to drive away pests. It's a custom in Tomb-Sweeping Day to insert willows.

What other customs are there?

1, eat taro. In the south, west and south of Fujian Province, it is a custom to eat taro during panic. During the period of fright, the temperature rises, so people should eat some foods that strengthen the spleen and promote diuresis. Taro is beneficial to the spleen and stomach, regulating qi, rich in nutrients, rich in trace elements, sweet and soft, and delicious. Eating taro in the season of fright not only has an appetizing effect, but also can regulate the body.

2. eat pears. Eating pears in shock is a custom in northern China. Originated in the Southern and Northern Dynasties, it has a history of 1500 years. The homonym of pear is "Li", and eating pear in shock means staying away from disease. Pear has the effects of moistening lung, removing dryness, quenching thirst and promoting fluid production, which is really suitable for this season.

3. eat fried beans. Eating fried beans is a custom in northwest China. Like insects, soybeans are soaked in salt water and fried in hot pot, which will make a crackling sound, indicating the elimination of pests and diseases. I hope the crops are free from pests and have a good harvest in the new year.