As the last solar term of spring, Guyu (Grain Rain) arrives, marking late spring. All living things are thriving, the weather is getting warmer, and there is more rainfall☔️☔️. It's important to guard against dampness evil invading the body, which can lead to ailments such as shoulder and neck pain, and joint pain.

Furthermore, at this time, liver qi is dormant and heart qi is gradually becoming vigorous, making it an excellent time for bodily nourishment. One should consume foods that both eliminate dampness and benefit the liver and kidneys:

It is warm in nature and enters the liver and kidney meridians. It strengthens muscles and bones and expels wind-dampness, assisting in the treatment of chronic lower back and leg pain, joint soreness, and other ailments.

It can be used to prepare Stag Tendon Soup with Dried Seahorse, Morinda, and Eucommia Bark. Besides strengthening kidneys and bones, seahorse, morinda, and eucommia bark also benefit vital essence and blood.

It strengthens the spleen and stomach, eliminates dampness, and lowers blood lipids. It is suitable for those with acne, rheumatic pain, and skin eczema. When raw, coix seed tends to promote diuresis and drain dampness, clear heat, and expel pus. When stir-fried, it strengthens the spleen, stops diarrhea, and enhances its dampness-eliminating effects.

The "Compendium of Materia Medica" states that it "strengthens the spleen, nourishes, consolidates essence, strengthens kidneys, treats all ailments, and cures the five fatigues and seven injuries." It has the effects of benefiting qi and yin, tonifying the spleen, lungs, and kidneys, consolidating essence, and stopping vaginal discharge.