Fall is a time of transition.  The heat of summer dissipates.  The weather dries out.  The leaves and flowers fall from the trees and plants. So too are our bodies changing during this time of temperature changes and shift in the weather. With the change in weather, the body desires an adjustment in diet as well. Properly nourishing our bodies in the fall is critical for preventing deficiency, dryness, constipation, dry skin, dandruff and other dryness related ailments. Ideal nourishing foods for fall include:
  • Root vegetables
  • Ghee
  • Almonds
  • Winter squash like pumpkins and butternut squash
  • Warming soups
Foods to avoid: Smoothies Ice cream and other cold foods