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 naturally: Eating...

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 another favorite...

Ingredients Juice of 2 lemons ¾ cup of fresh mint leaves 2 Tbsp. granulated sugar 1 ½ C of fresh blueberries 32 oz of Lemonade 1 (12oz) can seltzer water Lemon slices for garnish 1. In a large pitcher, stir lemon juice, mint, sugar, and 1 cup blueberries. Let sit for 10 minutes. 2. Muddle until blueberries and mint are broken down. Add lemonade, then fill pitcher about ¼ way with ice. Top off with seltzer. Stir in remaining ½ cup of blueberries. Garnish with mint leaves and...