Papaya–Jicama Salad. Seasonal Shifts.

In the Northern Hemisphere, we’re have concluded Late Summer. As a practitioner, I blend Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Ayurveda with local food cycles to help clients balance and nourish their bodies using food, herbs, and tea. I’ll shout it from the mountaintops: you are unique, and one size does not fit all! I want to share how Late Summer is nourished and balanced in these systems, guided by the environment you live in, not a banker’s calendar. For example, where I live, August, September, and into October are “Summer.” Nourishing yourself with local foods and principles is as vital to retain balance. Where possible, avoid mass media’s push for food and clothing changes that don’t suit your ecosystem. These frameworks can guide you, but consult an experienced practitioner, like myself or another, with a robust caseload, data, and ongoing research. Let’s dive in.