Hello Spring!

Here comes the sun! Happy Dance! So why are you feeling so foggy and tired? With all this new solar power we should be feeling energized and clear. Alas, its gear switching time and all that winter darkness, sluggishness and heavy food are in the way of a smooth transition. Not to mention the full moon and eclipse on March 15. It takes energy to switch seasons as the metabolism is revving up.

The body wants enzyme rich lighter fresh food now. The digestive system is screaming for a clean out! The brain wants more oxygen to flush out the fog. Your body just wants to move, bend, stretch and shake. Shake off winter, spring is calling. Spring is a perfect name for this season. The spring sun hits us with a bang. Its a solar kick in the butt to spring into action. Its is the time of rebirth.

Spring brings people home from their tropical vacations carrying all kinds of viruses! Protect yourself from all these foreign invaders with elderberry! We have elderberry elixirs to keep those  viruses away. Just a dropper a day is all you need.

In the north the poplar buds are ready to pick. Under the snow nettle is waking. As the snow melts it creates a greenhouse for all the plants giving them warmth, water, nitrogen and oxygen to begin their rebirth. The strawberry plants often come out of the snow green and ready to go. Sadly we don’t. We need to take greens to charge up. We need to get outside and take walks, ski, run, bike, anything that pumps the heart and lungs to get oxygen into our brains and stimulation to the immune system/lymphatics. We need to work hard to keep up with what our mind bodies and souls want right now. Shaking off winter is work.

Ayurvedic tradition has some ancient practices to move us into balance. Wake with the sun and take a short walk or stand outside for a few minutes in the sun rise. Exercise between 6am and 10am. Drink sips of warm water all day. Go to bed by 10pm. Do this for a few days and notice the change. Your body starts to spring into action happily. You can do these things even if you have a 8 hours a day job. Take some time for yourself.

Food at this time of year is much fresher than throughout the winter months in our norther world. Eat as much fresh fruit and vegetables as you can. Flush out the winter gunk with fibre.  Eat lighter meats like fish and chicken. Stop eating heavy fatty meat like pork and beef. Swap that cheese burger and fries lunch for a salad and wrap. Go light to embrace the light of the season. Take Super Food Powder to boost the digestion, stimulate the pancreas, and cleanse the liver. Reach for red, purple, or pink juices to strengthen the heart. Try this for a week and feel the change.

Plant seeds in your house to get a start on your garden. Fertilize your house plants. The action of touching, and smelling the earth tells your brain that you are grounded and one with the earth. Spring cleaning your house is symbolic of what is going on in your body now. That activity will bring you joy as you make way for rebirth.

Rhodiola is your best friend right now. A cup tea or dropper of tincture in the morning will jump start your day and help you adapt to the season change. Super Food powder in your smoothy  or juice will boost your digestion and energy. Chaga to keep you healthy in every way. Meadow Sweet for the gut. Sleep herbs like valerian, skullcap or lemon balm will calm the nerves and allow you to rest peacefully. For the men, opium lettuce is a good choice. Drink lots of herbal teas and lattes for the joy and health of it. Our Turmeric Latte is excellent for managing inflammation. Our Chai Matcha is for calm energy and cleansing. We have many teas and lattes to suit your personal needs.

Oxymels are made with apple cider vinegar herbs, fruit and vegetables. They are nutrition and enzyme bombs.  Boost your system and cleanse your blood with our Burdock Detox or Iron Tonic. Prevent illness with these super food tonics. 

Eat real fresh food, get out and enjoy the sun, drink warm beverages, give yourself a super food boost and surround yourself with love. Happy dance! Its spring.

Spring into spring and enjoy the season.