2026.08.04 21:20 GMT+8

China Cool: The Chinese way to stay healthy in summer

Updated 2026.08.04 21:20 GMT+8
CGTN

China has entered Sanfu, the "dog days of summer," the hottest period of the year. But instead of relying on ice-cold drinks and blasting air conditioning, many Chinese people follow a different philosophy: live with the season, not against it.

Why would anyone drink hot lamb soup in scorching weather? What's the secret behind Sanfu patches and moxibustion? Discover the centuries-old Chinese wisdom that's helping people stay healthy and cool.

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