Su Bai frowned in contemplation, recalling how to treat rheumatism.
Relying solely on Curing Skill would not work. Although Curing Shaman Bone Tablets could provide immediate healing, One could not always wait until the onset to treat. This was not particularly good for the body either.
Because in the early stages, the body had already sustained damage, and there was continuous discomfort. Additionally, everyoneās diet might not be especially nutritious. Although current food was better than before, it ultimately was not the same level as the modern era. (Not really true. It depends on the era and the food.)
Relying on dietary therapy methods to eliminate rheumatism might further exacerbate rheumatism, especially if the food was cooling in nature. (TCM reference)
"First, regarding flooring, we must raise the elevation. So we can isolate the rising water vapor and prevent Cold Qi (or cold air) from entering the body." Su Bai took out paper and pen to write. "Using stone blocks and cement definitely isnāt realistic. We need something with good water absorption propertiesā¦"
He struggled to recall modern renovation practices from Earth. Those also frequently considered these aspects.
"Materials with good water absorption propertiesā¦ only sawdust is relatively common here, but thatās not enough. We need to add more materials with good water absorption and breathability." Su Bai planned to have the Tribeās people search for these materials. After the rainy season concluded, they would lay a layer beneath the cement house flooring.
"Besides the houses, next comes dietā¦" Su Bai recalled whether the Tribeās current food included cooling propertiesā¦
"Cooling foods apparently include Wheat, and also bean sprouts and winter melon. Fortunately, only Wheat among current foods has cooling properties." Su Bai immediately wrote on paper. "As for fruit, there are oranges. These few items must be consumed sparingly."
He had not anticipated that the current staple food possessed cooling properties. This would significantly increase everyoneās probability of contracting rheumatism.
Su Bai immediately conceived a solution, writing on paper to reduce Wheat production and focus on increasing rice yield.
Fortunately, the Tribe also had rice. Otherwise, continuously eating Wheat would genuinely cause rheumatism.
That was right. Wheat had already become one of the primary staples for every Flame Dragon Tribe household. Everyone exchanged labour value for Wheat.
In their view, Wheat was superior to meat, at least it provided stronger satiety.
"Right. Chili pepper production must also increase. Consuming more chili peppers can expel the internal Cold Qi (or cold air). It would be even better with Sichuan pepper." Su Bai kept muttering to himself. [The Systemās been active so long. Why hasnāt it given me Sichuan pepper yet? The numbing and spicy sensation is so delicious.]
He now craved Sichuan cuisine. That heavily oiled and spicy flavour profile was indeed excellent. After all, in the primitive era, one could not consume heavily seasoned foods. Sprinkling some chili powder and salt was already quite luxurious.
And this luxury only existed in the Flame Dragon Tribe. Other Tribes lacked such quality seasonings. At most, they added some salt.
"After the rainy season ends, Iāll open a Sichuan cuisine restaurant. Perhaps some people with spice tolerance would love it." Su Bai immediately documented this idea upon thinking of it. "I must encourage everyone to consume more spicy food. They donāt need to eat extremely spicy food immediately. Gradual acclimatisation is fine."
He thought that having everyone exercise seemed somewhat unrealistic.
Regarding exercise, it entirely depended on the individual. Those who enjoyed it would be extremely enthusiastic. Those who did not would strongly resist.
Although exercise could prevent rheumatism, without actually developing rheumatism, people would not take it seriously. Therefore, efforts could only focus on food ingredients. After all, regarding eating, most people would be receptive.
Moreover, everyoneās previous food was rather poor. Now, having seasoned food available, they would definitely pursue it eagerly.
"Shaman, what are you writing? Youāve written so much." Sha Lan asked curiously.
She had just heard about the rheumatism matter. She moved her joints and discovered everything was still normal.
"Iām writing some rheumatism prevention methods. Eventually, youāll need to educate them about these methods." Su Bai spoke without lifting his head.
He successively documented hygiene awareness, ventilation awareness, and calcium supplementation.
Regarding calcium supplementation, it could only be obtained from meat. Finally, he wrote about walking regularly, even rapid walking in a circuit would suffice.
Although this could not one hundred percent prevent rheumatism, at least it counted as exercise.
"Shaman, youāve written so many characters. Preventing rheumatism does not seem easy." Sha Lan speculated.
"Itās a long and tough process. Most importantly, everyone must obediently comply. Otherwise, all this effort would be wasted." Su Bai shrugged his shoulders.
He did not believe everyone would follow his instructions completely, but having more people comply would be beneficial.
"Donāt worry, Shaman. Theyāll definitely listen to you, since this concerns physical health." Sha Lan immediately responded.
"If they can follow my instructions, that would indeed be more manageable." Su Bai flexed his fingers.
He began contemplating the rainy season, wondering if there existed places without rain.
Specifically, places that did not experience this continuous, uninterrupted rainfall that prevented many activities.
"Right, AhāLan, do you know of anywhere without constant rain?" Su Bai suddenly asked.
He was considering that if such a place genuinely existed, spending time there during the rainy season wouldnāt be bad.
"Apparently across the river. Iāve heard that the area experiences almost no rainfall. You could ask Lu Zi. She came from there." Sha Lan said.
She was also extremely curious about the other continent, wondering what existed there.
Apparently, the Tribes there had completely different living customs from the Tribes here. She genuinely wanted to visit.
"Ah. Right. I almost forgot. Go and summon her. Learning more about that place would be great." Su Bai said.
"At this time, sheās probably teaching music. Iāll have someone notify her now. She can come directly after class." Sha Lan immediately responded.
"Good. No rush." Su Bai spoke softly. He lowered his head to continue perfecting rheumatism prevention methods. The sooner this matter was implemented, the better.
Moreover, he had many tasks remaining. The new Skill obtained previously hadnāt been crafted into Shaman Bone Tablets yet.
Over half a month had already passed, yet this matter had not progressed at all.
Only upon suddenly noticing the continuous rain outside did he spontaneously wonder about places without rain.
And investigate the reason for continuous rainfall. Although he couldnāt change the weather,
At least understanding the cause would be beneficial.