Wednesday marks the start of sanfu, the hottest and most humid period of the year in China. Also known as China's "dog days of summer," sanfu typically lasts 30 to 40 days from mid-July to August. To mark the first day of sanfu, many people traditionally eat dumplings, a custom believed to bring good luck. Throughout the sweltering weeks, people also turn to cooling foods such as watermelon and mung bean soup, along with other practices, to help beat the summer heat.

#Easywaysto# | 🥵 Ever tried eating ginger or drinking hot soup on a hot summer day? It may sound surprising, but these are just some of the ways people in Guangdong eat through San Fu—the hottest days of the year. From bitter melon to sweet soup, discover five local summer eating habits that help beat the heat and boost the appetite. 🌍 What do people in your country eat when the summer heat kills your appetite? We'd love to hear your local traditions in the comments! Have a look: #Guangdong# #China# #SanFu# #Summer# #FoodCulture# #ChineseCulture# #SummerFood# #Lifestyle# #Food# #BecomingChinese#