Tips To Empower Your Body and Mind as We Shift From Summer to Fall

Did you know that taking a little extra care during the change of seasons is highly beneficial for maintaining immunity, good health and overall well-being?

Ayurveda says that most diseases are born during the changing of the seasons. 

Seasonal changes can leave you unbalanced and in need of some self-care and attention. 

As you say goodbye to summer and start to welcome in the fall, you can begin to make some simple lifestyle changes to help you better adjust and make the transition to shorter days, cooler weather and more indoor activities. 

Tips for a happy change of season: 

Connect to the season we are shifting into. One of the easiest ways to connect with the season is to get outside and go for a walk or bike ride. Take in all the sights and sounds around you. Notice the changing leaves and the beautiful colors beginning to emerge. Enjoy the crisp, cool air and breathe it all in!

Eat seasonally. Embrace the flavors of the season by cooking with Fall favorites such as fresh squash, brussels sprouts, sweet potatoes and apples. 

Start reducing cooling foods, such as fruit, raw salads, and frozen desserts. You can continue eating them, however, it’s best to consume them less often to avoid being cold when the cooler weather arrives. 

Some of the most beneficial foods to incorporate during the fall season are brown rice, millet, and root vegetables such as carrots, daikon, parsnip, burdock, turnips, beats, pumpkin and squashes. Root veggies are nourishing and will help you feel more grounded. 

Eat warming soups. There’s nothing quite like a bowl of soup to feel nourished and warm. Fall is also the time to increase consumption of lightly cooked leafy greens like kale, collards, and watercress. 

Successfully transitioning from the fun-loving summer back into the Fall routines of school and work can be easy, if that is your intention. Set a goal for yourself for a new healthy habit. 

What could you include into your routine that adds ease and balance? 

Stay hydrated to keep your organs functioning properly and to maintain your weight during the colder season when you are more prone to snacking and eating heartier and heavier foods. 

Transitions can sometimes be hard on our bodies and our minds. We have to take extra care to stay healthy and vital. Nature won’t adapt to us. We must adapt to nature. By choosing to follow these simple tips, you can better support and nurture yourself during seasonal changes. 

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