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Hi Everyone,
 
Although it doesn't seem as though the weather can make up its mind on the season, remember that our bodies know what season it is and in the season of spring it is a time of mixed energy.  We are still having some cool days, warm days, hot days and then back to cool days.  In order not to get run down with this mix of energy and fluctuating temperatures, be sure you take each day as it is.  Meaning, on the cooler days - be sure you dress a bit warmer and then on the more warm days, allow yourself to dress accordingly.  Also, you will notice that on the cooler days you will want to eat warmer foods and then you will crave the cooler foods on the warm days - and this is okay.  What's important here is to allow your self to live with the season and in spring - it is the season of change, fluctuation and flexibility.  In order to keep your immune system in top order, it is important to pay attention to what your body needs each day.  And this includes the energy of your body.
 
To help you understand what you body's energy system needs are, my radio show this week is on: Chi Living.  Giving you advice on how to better take care of yourself through recognizing how our bodies get and utilizes chi or life force energy.  You can listen to this show on: www.lauriedeniseandrews.com
 
For those of you who are studying Asian and Chinese medicine, this will be a great show full of information for you.  And for everyone else, there is much information in this week's show that you will find very interesting.  So be sure to tune in to this week's: New Age Living - Radio on: www.lauriedeniseandrews.com.
 

Welcome to Winter and our new Blog Page from The Natural Therapy Center

Hi Everyone, We have just added a new blog page to the website. Check back often for new insights on topics such as natural health and alternative healing. And of course, I welcome your questions and comments.
 
The topic for today is, the winter season...
 
Remember, it the season when, according to Chinese medicine, the kidneys and bladder are in focus. The colors associated are darker blues and black. Try eating more of these colors, like dark plums, prunes, raisins, eggplant, etc. The flavor is salty, and even though you should try to eliminate or cut down on table salt, this is the season to eat the naturally saltier foods like sea vegetables (seaweed) and miso soup. It is believed that the right amount of naturally occurring salts give power, strength, and energy and is supportive to the water element of the kidneys and bladder. However, too much salt weakens us and overworks the kidneys. Remember too, to drink lots of water to keep the kidneys and bladder working well.
 
Other good foods for the winter are, natural grains, root vegetables and a little cayenne pepper to keep you warm.