What is the custom of the fear season?

Insect repellent is a custom in panic season.

In many parts of our country, there is the custom of scaring people and expelling insects by solar terms. Due to the warm climate and abundant rain during the sting season, some hibernating animals will wake up, and Anopheles, lice, bloodshot worms, fleas and various parasites will enter the breeding period. During the scare, some people will sprinkle lime around the house, because lime can kill insects and prevent snakes, insects, mice and ants from invading the house.

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 before hail.

3. eat fried beans. Eating fried beans is a custom in northwest China. Soybeans in Yuan Zhen are like insects. After soaking in salt water and frying in hot pot, it 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.

Small coup of expelling insects

1, pepper repels slugs

Pepper can replace camphor and be put in the cupboard to prevent insects from eating.

2, newspaper ink pest control methods

Newspaper ink can repel insects. Put a layer of newspaper on the bottom of the box where clothes are placed, and then put clothes (preferably dark clothes on the newspaper), so as to prevent clothes from being bitten by insects. Newspapers are changed every six months.

3. Use the microwave oven to kill insects skillfully

In summer, the summer heat can reduce the humidity, and the grain and medicinal materials stored at home are prone to insects. Just put the moth-eaten grain and medicinal materials in a microwave oven and heat them with strong fire for 2-5 minutes, then put them away after cooling, and remove the dead insects when using them.

4, grapefruit skin can prevent insects.

After eating grapefruit, tear off the white tendon on the inside of the skin, dry it in a ventilated place and then dry the water in the sun. When it dries, put it in a plastic bag with holes. It can be used as a spice to remove the fishy smell of meat, or put in the corner of the cupboard to prevent insects and ants, or put in a rice jar to prevent insects.