The Fruit of Madness: China's Winter Melon Conundrum As summer months drag on, many people are searching for innovative ways to beat the heat.
In China, one peculiar trend has gained traction in recent years: hugging winter melons to sleep as a means of cooling down. This practice, however, has led to a series of unfortunate – and explosive – consequences.
The tradition dates back over 650 years to an ancient Chinese practice known as "ying yang," or the balance of opposites.