昆明篆新农贸市场是一个天然的博物学课堂，而半夏的书稿，就相当于一部"云南集市博物志"。 深秋的日子，昆明的气温逐渐下降。菌子季已近尾声，篆新农贸市场里逛街子的外地游客少了好多。而对本土作 家半夏来说，这时的篆新更是她熟悉的模样，她可以随时溜达进去，和熟悉的摊主聊上几句，再捎回一份不需要 排队买的苦荞粑粑。 2021年的寒露，半夏将买自篆新农贸市场的皂角米、桃胶、黑豆、红豆……煲了一锅杂粮粥，暖粥下肚，思绪升 腾，她也由此开启了对市场一整年的观察与记录。今年6月，《在集市：昆明篆新农贸市场的博物日常》由商务印 书馆出版。书中不仅记录了24个节气篆新农贸市场的烟火日常，也从博物学的视角，分类梳理了市场里的316种食 材。 《在集市：昆明篆新农贸市场的博物日常》 族地域文化的多样性，从而带来饮食文化的多样性。"地处云贵高原中部，昆明作为云南的省会中心城市有许多其 他城市无法比拟的物质馈赠。每天半夜凌晨，周边各市县的山茅野菜便开始向昆明城运输，当城市苏醒，这些山 里田间的收获已在市场排布开。 在南方科技大学人文科学中心教授田松看来，篆新就像一个结，"线的一端是国际大都市昆明，另一端则在农户的 菜园、在大河小溪、在深山 ...

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the growing trend of "autumn picking" activities in Chengdu, Sichuan, where citizens and tourists engage in collecting fallen leaves and fruits while enjoying the autumn scenery. It emphasizes the importance of awareness regarding the potential risks associated with certain plants during these activities [1][3][30]. Group 1: Autumn Picking Activities - "Autumn picking" has become a popular way for people to connect with nature and enjoy the beauty of the season in Chengdu [1][3]. - Visitors to the Chengdu Botanical Garden participate in activities such as collecting leaves and taking photos of the autumn landscape [3][5]. - Children are also involved in these activities, learning about nature under the guidance of parents and teachers [5][9]. Group 2: Plant Safety and Risks - The article discusses the distinction between edible and non-edible "red beans," highlighting that the "red beans" collected are from a protected species and are not safe to eat [11][13]. - Experts warn about the toxic nature of certain plants, such as the "red bean tree" and "acacia seeds," which can cause severe health issues if ingested [15][17]. - The article also addresses the risks associated with collecting ginkgo fruits, which contain toxic substances and should be handled with caution [22][26]. Group 3: Health Precautions - Medical professionals advise against consuming certain plants without proper knowledge and preparation, emphasizing the importance of cooking ginkgo fruits to avoid toxicity [28][30]. - Recommendations include washing hands after outdoor activities to prevent the transfer of harmful substances and adhering to guidelines for safe "autumn picking" [33][35]. - The article suggests three principles for safe collecting: do not pick or damage plants, avoid consuming unknown plants, and focus on diverse collection rather than excessive picking of one type [35].

Core Viewpoint - The event highlighted the significance of dietary therapy in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for health promotion, particularly focusing on the "winter diseases treated in summer" approach, which aims to prevent and alleviate winter ailments through summer dietary adjustments [1][2]. Group 1: Traditional Chinese Medicine Practices - The concept of "winter diseases" refers to ailments that worsen in winter, such as bronchitis, asthma, and rheumatic diseases, while "summer treatment" involves addressing these conditions during the summer when symptoms are less severe [1]. - The philosophy of TCM emphasizes the harmony between human beings and nature, suggesting that summer is the optimal time for treatment due to the body's increased yang energy and the favorable conditions for medicinal absorption [1]. Group 2: Dietary Recommendations - Emphasis on consuming warming foods during summer, such as lamb, longan, leeks, and ginger, to boost yang energy and combat internal cold [2]. - Importance of foods that strengthen the spleen and eliminate dampness, like coix seed, white kidney beans, and red beans, to maintain proper digestive function during the hot summer months [2]. - Recommendations to stay hydrated and replenish vitamins through water-rich fruits and vegetables, addressing the loss of fluids and electrolytes due to heat and sweating [2]. - The necessity of personalized dietary approaches based on individual constitution to optimize health benefits [3].