Lesser Snow
First light snowfall in colder regions; the year cycles toward dormancy.
In plain terms: Lesser Snow is one of the 24 markers in the traditional Chinese calendar that track how the seasons change through the year — first light snowfall in colder regions; the year cycles toward dormancy..
Energy of This Solar Term
Winter establishes itself fully. In northern regions the first snows arrive; in southern regions winter rains and damp cold settle in.
TCM Seasonal Living
Kidney essence storage in progress; protect against cold and wind invasion of the lower back and feet.
Foods to Emphasize
Beef stews, chicken and ginseng soup, walnut, dark sesame, sweet potato, and mulled warming wines.
Practices for This Period
Wear scarves; cover the lower back; add warm water foot soaks before bed; cultivate quiet contemplative practice (the kidney is the storehouse of will).