思仙问曰∶尝闻月宿所宜食者，愿赐其法。
真人曰∶每月宿下，各有所宜之物。人若择而食之，亦可除其疾疹矣。今传于尔，亦可晓示将来。
养生论云∶正月卯日。食 鱼，使人无瘟病。
二月春分。食龟，使人不蛔，子孙蕃息。
三月宿毕。食鲔鱼，使人不蛔，美色，多气力。送迎各二日。
春三月。食大肉，又先酸麦，无齿病。因甲乙以具。
四月宿昂。食鸡，使人目明。
五月夏至。食鸣 ，送迎各二日。食鸱枭，送迎十日。
六月宿房。食野雉，使人阳多，遂子孙矣。
夏三月，食鸡雉及苦先麦，食之无瘅病。因丙丁以具。
七月。食蠹，使人宜子孙，送迎各二日。蠹，木蝎也。
八月秋分。食蠹，使人无病淫，众人畏之，送迎二日。
九月宿建星。食雁，使人不病瘅，得良辰，美筋骨，送迎二日。
秋三月。食马肉及辛，食之无寒病。因庚辛以具。
十月宿营室。食诸鸟使人烁心，益寿美色，送迎二日。
十一月冬至，食兔，令人不蛔，利足不僵。
十二月腊夜。令人持椒卧井旁，无与人言。纳椒井中，除瘟病。
冬三月。食彘及咸，食之无足病。因壬癸以具。常以其
月，不尽三月夕半，食者无饱。
春三月，此谓发陈。夜卧早起，节情欲，以葆生生之气。少饮酒以防逆上之火。肝旺脾衰，减酸
增甘。肝藏魂，性仁，属木，味酸，形如悬匏。有七叶，少近心，左三叶，右四叶。着于内者为筋，见
于外者为爪。以目为户，以胆为腑。故食辛多则伤肝。治肝用嘘字导引。以两手相重，按肩上。徐徐
缓缓，身左右各三遍。又可正坐，两手相叉，翻覆向胸三五遍。此能去肝家积聚风邪毒瓦斯，不令病作。
一春早暮，须念念为之。不可懈惰使一暴十寒，方有成效。
正月，肾气受病，肺脏气微。减咸酸，增辛辣，助肾补肺，安养胃气。衣宜下浓而上薄，勿骤
脱衣，勿令犯风，防夏餐雪。
二月，肾气微，肝正旺。戒酸增辛，助肾补肝。衣宜暖，令得微汗，以散去冬伏邪。
三月，肾气已息，心气渐临，木气正旺。减甘增辛，补
精益气。勿处淫地，勿露体三光下。
胆附肝，短叶下，外应瞳神、鼻柱间。导引，可正坐，合两脚掌，昂头，以两手挽脚腕起，摇
动为之三五度。亦可大坐，以两手拓地，举身努力腰脊三五度，能去胆家风毒邪气。
夏三月，此谓蕃秀。夜卧早起。伏阴在内，宜戒生冷。神气散越，宜远房室。勿暴怒，勿当风，
防秋为疟。勿昼卧，勿引饮，主招百病。心旺肺衰，减苦增辛。心藏神，性礼，属火，味苦，形如
例悬莲蕊。着于内者为脉，见于外者为色。以舌为户，以小肠为腑。故食咸则伤心，治心用呵字
导引。可正坐，两手作拳用力，左右互相虚筑各五六度。又以一手按髀，一手向上拓空，如擎石米
之重，左右更手行之。又以两手交叉，以脚踏手中各五六度，间气为之，去心胸风邪诸疾。
行之良久，闭目三咽津，叩齿三通而止。
四月，肝脏已病，心脏渐壮，增酸减苦，补肾助肝，调养胃气。为纯阳之月，忌入房。
五月，肝气休，心正旺。减酸增苦，益肝补肾，固密精气，早卧早起。名为毒月，君子斋
戒。薄滋味，节嗜欲，霉雨淫蒸，宜烘燥衣。时焚苍术，常擦涌泉穴，以袜护足。
六月，肝弱脾旺。节约饮食，远避声色。阴气内伏，暑毒外蒸。勿濯冷，勿当风，夜勿纳凉，
卧勿摇扇，腹护单衾，食必温暖。脾藏意，性信，属土，味甘，形如刀镰。着于内者为脏，见于外
者为肉。以唇口为户，以胃为腑。故食酸多则伤脾。旺于四季末，各十八日。呼吸橐龠，调和
水火。会合三家，发生万物，全赖脾土，脾健则身无疾。治脾用呼字导引。可大坐，伸一脚，屈一脚，
以两手向后，及掣三五度。
又跪坐，以两手据地，回头用力作虎视各三五度。能去脾家积聚风邪毒瓦斯，又能消食。
秋三月，此谓容平。早卧早起，收敛神气。禁吐、禁汗。肺旺肝衰，减辛增酸。肺藏魄，性义，属金，
味辛。形如悬磬，名为华盖。六叶两耳，总计八叶，着于内者为肤，见于外者为皮毛。以鼻为户，
以大肠为腑。故食苦多则伤肺。治肺用 字导引。可正坐，以两手据地，缩身曲脊，向上三举。去肺家风
邪积劳。又当反拳槌背上，左右各槌三度。去胸臆间风毒邪气。为之良久，闭目咽液叩齿而起。
七月，肝心少气，肺脏独旺。增咸减辛，助气补筋，以养脾胃。安静性情，毋冒极热。须要爽气，
足与脑宜微凉。
八月，心脏气微，肺金用事。减苦增辛，助筋补血，以养心肝脾胃。勿食姜，勿沾秋露。
九月，阳气已衰，阴气太盛。减苦增甘，补肝益肾助脾胃。勿冒暴风、恣醉饱。
冬三月，此谓闭藏。早卧晚起，暖足凉脑。曝背避寒，勿令汗出。目勿近火，足宜常濯。肾旺心
衰，减咸增苦。肾藏志，性智，属水，味咸。左为肾，右为命门。上对脐，附腰脊。着于内者为骨，
见于外者为齿，以耳为户，以膀胱为腑。故食甘多则伤肾。治肾用吹字导引。可正坐，以两手耸托，左
右引胁三五度。又将手反着膝，挽肘，左右同捩身三五度。以足前后踏，左右各数十度。能去腰肾
风邪积聚。
十月，心肺气弱，肾气强盛。减辛、苦，以养肾气。为纯阴之月，一岁发育之功，实胚胎
于此，大忌入房。
十一月，肾脏正旺，心肺衰微。增苦减咸，补理肺胃。一阳方生，远帷幕，省言语。
十二月，土旺，水气不行。减甘增苦，补心助肺，调理肾气。勿冒霜雪，禁疲劳，防汗出。
思仙问道：我曾听说月亮运行到不同星宿时，适宜食用相应的食物，恳请传授这种方法。
真人回答说：每个月亮所在的星宿位置，都有各自适宜食用的物品。人们如果选择这些食物来吃，也可以消除疾病和疹子。现在我将此法传给你，也可以让后来的人知晓。
《养生论》说：正月卯日，食用鲂鱼（一种淡水鱼），能使人不得瘟疫病。
二月春分，食用龟肉，能使人不生蛔虫，子孙繁衍昌盛。
三月月亮经过毕宿，食用鲔鱼（金枪鱼或类似的大型鱼类），能使人不生蛔虫，容颜美丽，力气充沛。送迎（指祭祀或迎接神灵）各需两天。
春季三个月，食用大块的肉类，并且先吃酸味的麦子，能预防牙齿疾病。依据甲乙日（天干属木的日子）来准备食材。
四月月亮经过昂宿，食用鸡肉，能使人眼睛明亮。
五月夏至，食用鸣蜩（蝉），送迎各需两天。食用猫头鹰，送迎需十天。
六月月亮经过房宿，食用野鸡，能使人阳气充足，从而利于子孙繁衍。
夏季三个月，食用鸡、野鸡以及苦味的麦子，吃了就不会得热病。依据丙丁日（天干属火的日子）来准备食材。
七月，食用蠹虫（蛀木的虫子），能使人宜于生育子孙，送迎各需两天。蠹，就是木蝎子。
八月秋分，食用蠹虫，能使人不患淫邪之病，众人畏惧它，送迎需两天。
九月月亮经过建星，食用大雁，能使人不得热病，得到良辰吉日，筋骨强健美好，送迎需两天。
秋季三个月，食用马肉及辛辣食物，吃了就不会得寒病。依据庚辛日（天干属金的日子）来准备食材。
十月月亮经过营室宿，食用各种鸟类，能使人内心清静（烁心在此处语境下多指心神安宁或去躁），益寿延年，容颜美丽，送迎需两天。
十一月冬至，食用兔肉，能使人不生蛔虫，腿部灵活不僵硬。
十二月腊夜，让人拿着花椒睡在井边，不要与人说话。将花椒投入井中，以消除瘟疫病。
冬季三个月，食用猪肉及咸味食物，吃了就不会得足部疾病。依据壬癸日（天干属水的日子）来准备食材。通常在该月，直到第三个月的半夜之前，食用者不要吃得过饱。
春季三个月，这叫做“发陈”（推陈出新）。晚上睡觉晚起早卧，节制情欲，以保养生生不息的气机。少饮酒以防止逆上的火气。肝气旺盛而脾气衰弱，应减少酸味增加甘味。肝藏魂，本性仁厚，属木，味道酸，形状像悬挂的葫芦。有七片叶子，靠近心脏的一片较少，左边三叶，右边四叶。连接在内的是筋，显露在外的是爪甲。以眼睛为门户，以胆为腑脏。所以吃太多辛辣会伤肝。治疗肝病用“嘘”字导引法。双手重叠按在肩上，慢慢地、缓缓地，身体左右各扭转三遍。也可以正坐，双手交叉，翻转朝向胸部三五次。这能去除肝脏积聚的风邪毒气，不让疾病发作。整个春天早晚都要想着这样做，不可懈怠导致一曝十寒，才能见到成效。
正月，肾气容易受病，肺脏气微弱。减少咸味和酸味，增加辛辣，以助肾补肺，安养胃气。衣服应该下面厚实上面轻薄，不要突然脱衣，不要让风侵袭，防止夏天贪凉饮冷。
二月，肾气微弱，肝气正旺。戒除酸味增加辛辣，以助肾补肝。衣服要保暖，使身体微微出汗，以散去冬天潜伏的病邪。
三月，肾气已休歇，心气逐渐来临，木气正旺。减少甘味增加辛辣，补精益气。不要处于淫乱之地，不要在烈日下裸露身体。
胆附属于肝，位于短叶之下，外部对应瞳孔和鼻梁之间。导引法可以正坐，合拢两脚掌，昂起头，用两手挽住脚腕起身，摇动做三五次。也可以大字型坐，两手撑地，举身用力挺腰脊三五次，能去除胆经的风毒邪气。
夏季三个月，这叫做“蕃秀”（草木繁盛秀美）。晚上睡觉晚起早卧。阴气伏藏在体内，应当戒除生冷。神气容易散失，应当远离房事。不要暴怒，不要当风，防止秋天得疟疾。不要白天躺着，不要暴饮，否则会招致百病。心气旺盛肺气衰弱，减少苦味增加辛味。心藏神，本性有礼，属火，味道苦，形状像悬挂的莲花蕊。连接在内的是血脉，显露在外的是面色。以舌头为门户，以小肠为腑脏。所以吃太多咸味会伤心，治疗心病用“呵”字导引法。可以正坐，双手握拳用力，左右互相虚击各五六次。又用一只手按住大腿，另一只手向上伸展虚空，如同举起石米般的重量，左右换手进行。又用两手交叉，用脚踏在手中各五六次，配合呼吸之气，去除心胸部的风邪诸疾。
练习很久后，闭目吞咽津液三次，叩齿三次然后停止。
四月，肝脏已经生病，心脏逐渐强壮，增加酸味减少苦味，补肾助肝，调养胃气。这是纯阳之月，忌讳行房事。
五月，肝气休囚，心气正旺。减少酸味增加苦味，益肝补肾，固密精气，早卧早起。被称为毒月，君子应当斋戒。饮食清淡，节制嗜欲，梅雨季节湿热蒸腾，应当烘干衣物。时常焚烧苍术，经常擦拭涌泉穴，用袜子护住双脚。
六月，肝弱脾旺。节约饮食，远离声色。阴气内伏，暑毒外蒸。不要用冷水洗澡，不要当风，晚上不要纳凉，睡觉不要摇扇子，腹部盖好薄被，食物必须温暖。脾藏意，本性诚信，属土，味道甘，形状像刀镰。连接在内的是内脏，显露在外的是肌肉。以嘴唇口腔为门户，以胃为腑脏。所以吃太多酸味会伤脾。脾旺于四季末的各十八天。通过呼吸调节水火平衡。汇聚三家（精、气、神），发生万物，全赖脾土，脾健则身体无疾病。治疗脾病用“呼”字导引法。可以大字型坐，伸出一只脚，屈起一只脚，用两手向后拉扯三五次。
又可以跪坐，两手撑地，回头用力作虎视状各三五次。能去除脾脏积聚的风邪毒气，又能帮助消化。
秋季三个月，这叫做“容平”（万物成熟平定）。晚上睡觉早起床，收敛神气。禁止催吐，禁止发汗。肺气旺盛肝气衰弱，减少辛味增加酸味。肺藏魄，本性讲义，属金，味道辛。形状像悬挂的磬，名为华盖。六叶两耳，总计八叶，连接在内的是皮肤，显露在外的是皮毛。以鼻子为门户，以大肠为腑脏。所以吃太多苦味会伤肺。治疗肺病用“呬”字导引法。可以正坐，两手撑地，缩身曲背，向上挺举三次。去除肺经的风邪积劳。还应当反手握拳捶打背部，左右各捶打三次。去除胸膈间的风毒邪气。练习很久后，闭目咽液叩齿而起。
七月，肝心气少，肺脏独旺。增加咸味减少辛味，补气补筋，以养脾胃。性情安静，不要冒犯极热。需要清爽的空气，脚部和头部宜微凉。
八月，心脏气微弱，肺金当令。减少苦味增加辛味，助筋补血，以养心肝脾胃。不要吃姜，不要沾染秋露。
九月，阳气已衰，阴气太盛。减少苦味增加甘味，补肝益肾助脾胃。不要冒犯暴风，不要纵情醉酒饱食。
冬季三个月，这叫做“闭藏”。晚上睡觉早起床，暖足凉脑。晒背避寒，不要让身体出汗。眼睛不要靠近火源，脚部宜常清洗。肾气旺盛心气衰弱，减少咸味增加苦味。肾藏志，本性智慧，属水，味道咸。左为肾，右为命门。上部对脐，附着于腰脊。连接在内的是骨骼，显露在外的是牙齿，以耳朵为门户，以膀胱为腑脏。所以吃太多甘味会伤肾。治疗肾病用“吹”字导引法。可以正坐，两手耸肩托举，左右牵引胁肋三五次。又将手反放膝盖上，挽住肘部，左右同向扭转身体三五次。用脚前后踩踏，左右各数十次。能去除腰肾部的风邪积聚。
十月，心肺气弱，肾气强盛。减少辛味、苦味，以养肾气。这是纯阴之月，一年发育的功效，其实胚胎于此，非常忌讳行房事。
Sixian asked: I have heard that there are specific foods suitable for consumption when the moon resides in different constellations. I wish to be taught this method.
The True Man replied: For each position of the moon in the constellations, there are respective items suitable for consumption. If people select and eat these foods, they can also eliminate diseases and rashes. I now transmit this to you, so that future generations may also understand it.
*Yangsheng Lun* (Treatise on Health Preservation) states: On Mao days in the first lunar month, eating Fang fish (a type of freshwater fish) prevents one from contracting epidemic diseases.
At the Spring Equinox in the second lunar month, eating turtle meat prevents roundworms and promotes the proliferation of descendants.
When the moon passes through the Bi constellation in the third lunar month, eating Tun fish (tuna or similar large fish) prevents roundworms, beautifies the complexion, and increases physical strength. The rituals of sending off and welcoming [spirits] should each last two days.
During the three months of spring, eating large pieces of meat, and prior to that, eating sour wheat, prevents dental diseases. This is prepared according to Jia and Yi days (days governed by Wood in the Heavenly Stems).
When the moon passes through the Ang constellation in the fourth lunar month, eating chicken clarifies vision.
At the Summer Solstice in the fifth lunar month, eating cicadas; the rituals of sending off and welcoming should each last two days. Eating owls; the ritual of welcoming should last ten days.
When the moon passes through the Fang constellation in the sixth lunar month, eating pheasant increases Yang Qi, thereby facilitating the continuation of descendants.
During the three months of summer, eating chicken, pheasant, and bitter wheat prevents heat diseases. This is prepared according to Bing and Ding days (days governed by Fire in the Heavenly Stems).
In the seventh lunar month, eating wood-boring insects (dù) facilitates procreation; the rituals of sending off and welcoming should each last two days. "Dù" refers to the wood scorpion.
At the Autumn Equinox in the eighth lunar month, eating wood-boring insects prevents excessive pathogenic conditions; people fear them; the ritual of welcoming should last two days.
When the moon passes through the Jian star in the ninth lunar month, eating wild geese prevents heat diseases, brings auspicious times, strengthens bones and sinews, and the ritual of welcoming should last two days.
During the three months of autumn, eating horse meat and pungent foods prevents cold diseases. This is prepared according to Geng and Xin days (days governed by Metal in the Heavenly Stems).
When the moon passes through the Yingshi constellation in the tenth lunar month, eating various birds calms the mind, prolongs life, beautifies the complexion, and the ritual of welcoming should last two days.
At the Winter Solstice in the eleventh lunar month, eating rabbit meat prevents roundworms and keeps the legs flexible without stiffness.
On the eve of the twelfth lunar month (La Festival), holding Sichuan pepper while sleeping beside a well, without speaking to anyone, and placing the pepper into the well eliminates epidemic diseases.
During the three months of winter, eating pork and salty foods prevents foot diseases. This is prepared according to Ren and Gui days (days governed by Water in the Heavenly Stems). Generally, within that month, until the midnight of the third month, one should not eat until full.
The three months of spring are called "Fa Chen" (expelling the old to generate the new). Sleep late and rise early, restrain emotional desires to preserve the vital energy of life. Drink less alcohol to prevent rebellious fire Qi. Liver Qi is vigorous while Spleen Qi is weak; reduce sour flavors and increase sweet flavors. The Liver stores Hun (Ethereal Soul), has a benevolent nature, belongs to Wood, tastes sour, and resembles a hanging gourd. It has seven lobes; the one closest to the heart is smaller, with three lobes on the left and four on the right. Internally connected are the sinews, externally manifested are the nails. The eyes serve as the opening, and the Gallbladder serves as the Fu organ. Therefore, excessive consumption of pungent foods damages the Liver. To treat Liver disorders, use the "Xu" (Hissing) sound Qigong method. Place both hands overlapping on the shoulders, slowly and gently, twist the body left and right three times each. Alternatively, sit upright, interlace hands, and flip them towards the chest three to five times. This removes wind evil and toxic gases accumulated in the Liver, preventing disease onset. Throughout spring, morning and evening, one must constantly practice this without laziness to avoid alternating exposure and neglect, ensuring effectiveness.
In the first lunar month, Kidney Qi is prone to disease, and Lung Qi is weak. Reduce salty and sour flavors, increase pungent flavors to assist the Kidney and tonify the Lung, stabilizing Stomach Qi. Clothing should be thick at the bottom and thin at the top; do not suddenly remove clothes; avoid wind exposure to prevent summer ice-water consumption.
In the second lunar month, Kidney Qi is weak, and Liver Qi is vigorous. Avoid sour flavors and increase pungent flavors to assist the Kidney and tonify the Liver. Keep warm to induce slight sweating, dispersing latent pathogens from winter.
In the third lunar month, Kidney Qi has rested, Heart Qi is gradually arriving, and Wood Qi is vigorous. Reduce sweet flavors and increase pungent flavors to tonify essence and Qi. Do not dwell in licentious places; do not expose the body under direct sunlight.
The Gallbladder attaches to the Liver, located below the shorter lobes, externally corresponding to the pupils and the bridge of the nose. For Qigong, sit upright, press the soles of the feet together, raise the head, grasp the ankles with both hands to lift, and shake three to five times. Alternatively, sit with legs spread wide, place both hands on the ground, exert force to arch the waist and spine three to five times; this removes wind-toxic qi from the Gallbladder channel.
The three months of summer are called "Fan Xiu" (flourishing and beautiful). Sleep late and rise early. Yin Qi lies dormant internally; avoid raw and cold foods. Shen Qi tends to scatter; avoid sexual intercourse. Do not rage violently; do not face the wind directly to prevent malaria in autumn. Do not lie down during the day; do not binge drink, as this invites myriad diseases. Heart Qi is vigorous while Lung Qi is weak; reduce bitter flavors and increase pungent flavors. The Heart stores Shen (Spirit), has a ritualistic nature, belongs to Fire, tastes bitter, and resembles a hanging lotus stamen. Internally connected are the vessels, externally manifested are the complexion. The tongue serves as the opening, and the Small Intestine serves as the Fu organ. Therefore, excessive consumption of salty foods damages the Heart. To treat Heart disorders, use the "He" (Ah) sound Qigong method. Sit upright, make fists and exert force, striking left and right mutually in the air five to six times each. Then, press one hand against the thigh, extend the other hand upward into the void as if lifting heavy stone or rice, switching hands. Cross both hands and step on them with the feet five to six times each, coordinating with breath to remove wind evil and diseases from the chest and heart. After practicing for a long time, close the eyes, swallow saliva three times, click the teeth three times, and stop.
In the fourth lunar month, the Liver is diseased, and the Heart is strengthening; increase sour flavors and reduce bitter flavors to tonify the Kidney and assist the Liver, regulating Stomach Qi. This is a month of pure Yang; coitus is taboo.
In the fifth lunar month, Liver Qi is resting, and Heart Qi is vigorous. Reduce sour flavors and increase bitter flavors to benefit the Liver and tonify the Kidney, securing essence and Qi; sleep early and rise early. Known as the "Poison Month," gentlemen should observe abstinence. Eat bland food, restrain desires; during the plum rain season with humid heat, dry clothes thoroughly. Frequently burn Atractylodes lancea, frequently rub the Yongquan acupoint, and protect the feet with socks.
In the sixth lunar month, Liver is weak and Spleen is vigorous. Conserve diet, stay away from sensual pleasures. Yin Qi is hidden internally, summer toxicity steams externally. Do not wash with cold water; do not face the wind; do not seek coolness at night; do not fan while sleeping; cover the abdomen with a thin quilt; food must be warm. The Spleen stores Yi (Intellect), has a trustworthy nature, belongs to Earth, tastes sweet, and resembles a sickle. Internally connected are the Zang organs, externally manifested are the flesh. The lips and mouth serve as the opening, and the Stomach serves as the Fu organ. Therefore, excessive consumption of sour foods damages the Spleen. The Spleen is vigorous at the end of each of the four seasons, for eighteen days each. Regulate water and fire through respiration. Uniting the three families (Jing, Qi, Shen) generates all things, relying entirely on Spleen Earth; if the Spleen is healthy, the body is free from disease. To treat Spleen disorders, use the "Hu" (Blowing) sound Qigong method. Sit with legs spread wide, extend one leg, bend the other, pull back with both hands three to five times.
Alternatively, kneel, place both hands on the ground, turn the head and exert force as if looking like a tiger, three to five times each. This removes wind evil and toxic gases accumulated in the Spleen and aids digestion.
The three months of autumn are called "Rong Ping" (containing and leveling). Sleep early and rise early, gather and conserve Shen Qi. Prohibit vomiting and diaphoresis (sweating). Lung Qi is vigorous while Liver Qi is weak; reduce pungent flavors and increase sour flavors. The Lung stores Po (Corporeal Soul), has a righteous nature, belongs to Metal, tastes pungent. It resembles a hanging chime, named Huagai (Imperial Canopy). It has six lobes and two ears, totaling eight lobes; internally connected are the skin, externally manifested are the hair and fur. The nose serves as the opening, and the Large Intestine serves as the Fu organ. Therefore, excessive consumption of bitter foods damages the Lung. To treat Lung disorders, use the "Si" (Hissing) sound Qigong method. Sit upright, place both hands on the ground, shrink the body and curve the spine, thrust upward three times. Remove wind evil and chronic fatigue from the Lung channel. Also, strike the back with reversed fists, three times on each side. Remove wind-toxic qi from the chest and diaphragm. Practice for a long time, then close the eyes, swallow fluids, click the teeth, and rise.
In the seventh lunar month, Liver and Heart Qi are scarce, and the Lung is exclusively vigorous. Increase salty flavors and reduce pungent flavors to tonify Qi and sinews, nourishing the Spleen and Stomach. Maintain tranquility; do not expose oneself to extreme heat. Ensure fresh air; the feet and head should be slightly cool.
In the eighth lunar month, Heart Qi is weak, and Lung Metal is dominant. Reduce bitter flavors and increase pungent flavors to assist sinews and tonify blood, nourishing the Heart, Liver, Spleen, and Stomach. Do not eat ginger; do not expose yourself to autumn dew.
In the ninth lunar month, Yang Qi is declining, and Yin Qi is excessive. Reduce bitter flavors and increase sweet flavors to tonify the Liver, benefit the Kidney, and assist the Spleen and Stomach. Do not expose yourself to violent winds; do not indulge in drunkenness and overeating.
The three months of winter are called "Bi Cang" (closing and storing). Sleep early and rise late; keep feet warm and head cool. Sunbathe the back to avoid cold; do not let sweat emerge. Do not keep eyes near fire; wash feet frequently. Kidney Qi is vigorous while Heart Qi is weak; reduce salty flavors and increase bitter flavors. The Kidney stores Zhi (Willpower), possesses wisdom, belongs to Water, tastes salty. The left is the Kidney, the right is the Mingmen (Gate of Life). It aligns with the navel above and attaches to the lumbar spine. Internally connected are the bones, externally manifested are the teeth. The ears serve as the opening, and the Bladder serves as the Fu organ. Therefore, excessive consumption of sweet foods damages the Kidney. To treat Kidney disorders, use the "Chui" (Blowing) sound Qigong method. Sit upright, shrug and lift both hands, draw the ribs left and right three to five times. Place hands behind the knees, grasp the elbows, and twist the body left and right three to five times. Step forward and backward with the feet, dozens of times on each side. This removes wind evil and accumulation in the lower back and Kidneys.
In the tenth lunar month, Heart and Lung Qi are weak, and Kidney Qi is strong. Reduce pungent and bitter flavors to nourish Kidney Qi. This is a month of pure Yin; the developmental work of the year is embryonically formed here; coitus is strictly taboo.
In the eleventh lunar month, the Kidney is vigorously active, while Heart and Lung are weak. Increase bitter flavors and reduce salty flavors to tonify and regulate the Lung and Stomach. As Yang Qi begins to generate, stay away from curtains and conserve speech.
In the twelfth lunar month, Earth Qi is vigorous, and Water Qi does not flow. Reduce sweet flavors and increase bitter flavors to tonify the Heart, assist the Lung, and regulate Kidney Qi. Do not expose yourself to frost and snow; prohibit fatigue; prevent sweating.