Frost’s Descent is the last solar term of autumn — the quiet signal that winter is on its way. Around the same days, chrysanthemums reach their full glory, and the old folk recipes of the season often begin with a small handful of this golden flower. Today, two small things: how to ease through this … Read more
The Double Ninth Festival is the ninth day of the ninth lunar month — a day that Chinese people have celebrated for centuries. And at its heart is a flower: the chrysanthemum. Eighteen hundred years ago, an emperor sent his elderly tutor a bunch of chrysanthemums as a festival gift, together with a letter so … Read more
October 18 is World Menopause Day. Every woman walks this road: restless nights, sudden hot flushes, skin that looks a little tired, moods that ride a roller coaster. These changes are common — and they don’t have to be faced alone. Today, let’s look at five gentle home recipes passed down by Chinese grandmothers, made … Read more
The Double Ninth Festival is almost here — and this year it falls on a weekend. Don’t spend it indoors. Grab your hiking shoes and head for the hills: chrysanthemum tea, a sprig of zhuyu, and a climb to the high places. That is how the festival has been kept for over a thousand years. … Read more
颈Neck Stories Warning Signs The Soup My Story Travel Pillow Recap Warm soup in hand, neck at ease Between phones, desks and long commutes, our necks work harder than we notice. Here are the early warning signs to watch for, a comforting herbal chicken soup to try, and a soft travel pillow that makes rest … Read more
萸 Zhuyu Stories The Custom Three Zhuyu The Poem DIY Sachet Brocade Quilt Culture · Chongyang Festival A folk custom with a thousand-year history, captured in one of China’s most famous poems. Here is the story of zhuyu — and how to make a festival sachet yourself. Thinking of My Brothers on Mountain-Climbing Day Tang … Read more
Everyday Habit · Stand More, Sit Less No gym and no spare hour required. Stand well – while scrolling, talking or working – and your body keeps moving through the day. You feel more alert, and your posture looks taller and easier. See the 3 Posture PointsWhy Standing Helps20-30 Minutes a DayOn calls · At … Read more
Family Wellness · Everyday Food Get to know your body’s daily rhythm, and explore simple kitchen-cupboard soups, teas and congee — gentle habits you can build into every meal. Explore the recipes Daily habits ~4 in 10people whose readings run high don’t know their numbers Checking your blood pressure is a small gift of peace … Read more
Autumn & Winter · Everyday Home Foods As the weather turns cold, many of us sleep less soundly, feel a little low on energy, notice more shedding, or find our eyes feeling dry. None of this is alarming – it’s simply your body asking for good meals and proper rest. Learn to tell two common … Read more
Autumn & Winter · A Homely Sweet Soup Snow fungus – also called white fungus or tremella – turns silky and soft when simmered, with a clear, gently sweet broth. As the weather cools, many homes love to simmer a pot, pairing it with favorite ingredients for a warm, comforting bowl. See the 6 PairingsMeet … Read more