We too, like every living thing in the universe- are a part of nature. Harmony & balance can can be obtained throughout the year by free flowing with the cycles of the seasons.
Spring is a time for blossoming, new growth, life, and awesome weather spectacles. Spring is a time for change, & for beauty. In Chinese Medicine, Spring is associated with Wood element & the Liver/Gallbladder organs. The Liver/Gallbladder organs are associated with the eyes, the color green, the emotion of anger(when out of balance or in excess), individuality and creativity (when in balance),and the flavor of sour.
Spring is the season for regeneration and renewal of body/mind/spirit. It's time for cleaning out heavy, dampening foods from the hearty winters fare; and breaking out of the hibernation state of inactivity.
The ancient Chinese looked at spring as the time of year to "rise early with the sun" and take brisk walks. The recommended diet of this season is light and fresh, with yang type foods that accentuate the ascending and expansive quality of spring. Some examples include any type of vegetables like kale, collard greens, corn, asparagus and celery. Berries also help cleanse the Liver including stawberries, rasberries, blueberries and cranberries. Better yet, try adding frozen or fresh berries to your MediClear smoothie! Since the sour flavor has an affinity to the Liver and Gallbladder, you might also try this simple cleanse to be done once or twice a year.
The Following Wood-Excess/Liver Cleanse Recipe was gathered from one of my favorite books "Wood Becomes Water ; Chinese Medicine in Everyday Life"-by Gail Reichstein.
Fast or eat lightly for several days and ingest a mixture of two tablespoons organic extra virgin olive oil and the juice of half a lemon or lime (or one tablespoon of apple cider vinegar) first thing in the morning. This process draws toxins out of the Liver so they can be eliminated and after three to six days of it the whole body feels renewed. This is also a good remedy for depression, though it should not be taken for more than a week.
Enjoy Spring from An Sen Clinic!
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