24 Solar Terms – Minor Cold (the fifth solar term in winter)

24 Solar Terms – Minor Cold (the fifth solar term in winter)

• Solar Calendar Date: January 5, 2025, to January 19, 2025

• Lunar Calendar: December 6th to December 20th (Hai Month)

• Sun's Position: 285 degrees along the ecliptic

• Climate: The beginning of the cold season, cold air accumulates over time.

• Geographical Latitude: Most regions in China enter the cold period.

Well-being::

• Snake (Spleen Meridian) clashes with Hai (Triple Burner Meridian),

• Pig (Triple Burner Meridian) punishes Hai (Triple Burner Meridian),

• Monkey (Bladder Meridian) harms Hai (Triple Burner Meridian).

First Health Preservation: Spleen Meridian (Functions: transforming food into Qi, blood, and body fluids; transporting Qi, blood, and body fluids throughout the body; controlling the circulation of blood...) – Massage

• Suggested Essential Oil: Ken8 (Spleen and Stomach Care)

Second Health Preservation: Triple Burner Meridian (Functions: governing various Qi, facilitating water passage...) – Foot Soaking

• Suggested Essential Oil: Yongquan (Moisture Removing and Detoxification)

Third Health Preservation: Bladder Meridian (The bladder, one of the six fu-organs, is responsible for storing and excreting urine. Through the bladder's Qi transformation, urine is autonomously discharged. Due to its direct connection with the outside world through the urethra, damp-heat toxins easily invade the bladder from the outside, leading to damp-heat accumulation, obstructed Qi transformation, mainly manifesting as frequent urination, urgent urination, painful urination, and sometimes blood in the urine...) – Massage

• Suggested Essential Oil: Kan1 (Nourishing Kidney Deficiency)

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Precautions of using essential oils

1. Do not ingest undiluted pure essential oils.

2. Do not apply pure essential oils directly to the skin (unless guided by a professional aromatherapist).

3. Avoid contact with eyes. If essential oils accidentally get into the eyes, rinse immediately with clean water.

4. Do not use single essential oils excessively or for prolonged periods.

5. Pregnant women, infants, injured or ill individuals, and those with chronic conditions should consult a professional doctor or aromatherapist before using essential oils.

6. Individuals with sensitive skin should perform an essential oil sensitivity test before use.