More Tips on Eating for Spring.

Sun, May 11, 2020

Enjoy our weekly wellness tip from Licensed Acupuncturist, Michael Savalli, from the office of Elizabeth Martin.

More Foods for Spring

In spite of cold and chills
That usher in the early spring
We have daffodils

-Kikuro

Despite the coolness of the weather here in the northeast, spring is in bloom. As I write this I hear birds singing, and can smell the fragrance from the garden. I’m also getting used to long hours of daylight, and slowly but surely, the temperature is warming too. Our energy needs for spring are to replenish, with the freshness of foods not available during the winter, and to smooth obstructions, getting the Qi flowing again. One way to do these things is to set your eyes upon the following foods.

When qi is stagnant, we feel anger, irritability, depression, sluggishness, insomnia, and some kinds of pain. The Liver organ, associated with spring, plays a big role in keeping blood and circulation flowing freely, and removing toxins from the blood. Foods that move qi and benefit the Liver are fresh greens, radishes, and sour citrus fruits. Bitter leafy greens also help cleanse the liver and benefit its detoxifying functions. Lastly, to add some nourishment, or as we say in TCM, to build the Qi, some slightly sweet foods like young carrots and beets. In small amounts, these foods strengthen the blood, (although too much can have a cloying effect and lead to more Qi stagnation.) Also, keep in mind, these foods are best had slightly cooked, which aids digestion.

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You can’t go wrong adding these staples to your spring grocery shopping.

With Love,

Liz

Elizabeth M. Martin, MSOM, L.Ac, LMT and the Staff at Hands on Acupuncture and Massage Therapy, P.C.