WHAT'S YOUR SEASON?

If you think yoga is slow and meditative, then consider the practice of yin yoga – a style of yoga that goes even deeper within to cultivate awareness and release tension. Yin yoga involves holding passive postures for extended periods of time, usually 3 to 5 minutes, though some postures may be held for as long as 10 minutes. Instead of targeting muscles, yin yoga poses target the connective tissue and deeper layers of fascia. By using long-held postures and applying mild st

Melons are the ideal food for refreshing the body on a hot summer day and calming the yang of Summer body types. Watermelons, in particular, are one of the most cooling fruits according to Traditional Chinese Medicine dietary theory. With over 90% water by weight, watermelons are beneficial for clearing heat and nourishing yin. They also have a mild diuretic effect. Red-fleshed varieties are high in the antioxidant lycopene. Eating too much watermelon should be avoided by Fal

Here comes summer! As the peak of yang in the cycle of seasons, summer is characterized by heat, brightness, growth, and vibrancy. Summer has an expansive quality and physicality; the freedom and spirit of the season suggest that we look outward and engage in the external world through adventure, activity, and play. It is a time for taking initiative, embracing risk and challenge, and most of all, having fun. Health research suggests that play is not only important for childr