Summer is the season of heat and fire energies. So when we think of eating to balance our bodies we need foods and lifestyle practices that help cool us off. Foods grown this time of year naturally have more cooling and hydrating properties. Juicy fruits, cooling herbs, and a variety of veggies can fill our plate and glasses with everything we need to stave off the summer heat. Why eat seasonally? Eating seasonally helps the body in several key ways: Balances the body na

One thing I love about summer is the abundance of fresh vegetables and how meals get a little simpler to make when you are working with easy to find fresh foods. This recipe is a vegetarian base but has so much room for you to add any animal protein you would like. When looking for recipes, it is great to search vegetarian recipes to get you started with a good base of plant foods and most veggie based meals are flexible. Don't like mushrooms? Feel free to substitute with