Summer is a season of long, hot days and is associated with the small intestine and heart, fire, and joy in Chinese Medicine.
Some great tips for the summer season are to:
Wake earlier in the morning, go to bed later in the evening and rest midday.
Summer time is a time of utmost yang and therefore we replenish our yang energy and save our yin energy for the winter months.
Because it’s a season associated with fire we see many people can tend to anger more easily. So it’s a time to especially refrain from anger, keep calm, and try to stay even tempered.
In summer indigestion can occur, so it’s recommended to eat light and refrain from greasy fried foods. Also try and reduce your dairy intake.
It’s great time to consume cool and cold natured foods, foods that tend to be on the green end of the spectrum. These foods will help clear heat, reduce toxins and generate body fluids. A good rule of thumb is to think of what is in season.
Fish & seafood are cool in nature, whereas most meats are warm in nature. Lettuce, cucumber and watercress are some of the best foods but the following is a good list to follow too:
Watermelon, cantaloupe, peach, orange, asparagus, broccoli, bok choy, corn, white mushrooms, spinach, mung beans, cilantro, mint and dill.
Also making a pitcher of water with cucumbers and lemons sliced up makes a great hydrating beverage.
Enjoy your summer! And don’t forget to book your summer appointment today! Call Spot On Acupuncture!
