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The element of wood is associated with spring.

It’s Still Spring!

Its still spring until June 21!  Spring ~ the word itself conjures up the natural movement of this season. It’s a time for creativity and breaking through. Not unlike how many of us engage in spring cleaning rituals around home, our bodies also enjoy and benefit from a good spring cleaning~physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. This is the perfect time of year to give up coffee, alcohol, tobacco and other substances (think Lent) because the uplifting and stimulating energy of spring provides a natural seasonal boost. It is a time to renew health, to cultivate new relationships, expand upon current projects, and to plant seeds that will one day come to harvest.

The element of wood is associated with spring, a time of birth and new beginnings. Spring is the time to grow, establish deeper roots, and stay flexible in the wind like bamboo. In the body, that means a focus on joints, muscles, ligaments, tendons,and sex organs. It also means giving special attention to your liver, which works to detoxify the blood and make bile to metabolize carbohydrates, fats, and proteins. As spring is represented by the wood element and includes the liver and its complementary organ, the gallbladder, these two organs are the primary targets for springtime rejuvenation and health regimens. 

The liver performs many functions in the body. Removing toxins, peaking between 1-3 a.m.,  is among the most important. It governs the eyes and is associated with inner seeing. When a propensity to break down toxins combines with sight turned inward, rage directed toward the self is the expression of an imbalanced liver. When in balance, poisons and toxins are easily broken down and kindness and creativity turns inward.

To support liver functioning, drink plenty of fluids and add lemon to water (you may want to drink through a straw or brush teeth afterwards to protect enamel). Sour or vinegary foods in moderation nourish the liver (a couple of ounces of kombucha, sauerkraut).  Fresh greens, sprouts, asparagus, nuts and seeds balance and revive the liver. Exercise and sweating aid liver detoxification, so spring is a great time to develop a regular exercise program!

Tips for Healthy Spring Living:

  • Support your liver and gallbladder through herbs like dandelion and acupuncture to reduce stagnation and balance the organs.
  • Do not eat 2-3 hours before bed. Late night eating creates stagnation in the liver and prevents our body from repairing at night.
  • Stop eating when 80% full. Eat slowly and chew thoroughly so the brain recognizes that the body is being fed. Overeating creates pressure on the liver and gallbladder.
  • Be mindful of your spiritual health through self-care and meditation.
  • Eat fresh and vital foods such as greens, sprouts, fruits, asparagus, celery and raw nuts and seeds. 
  • Add lemon or apple cider vinegar to water to help detoxify the liver.
  • Practice yoga twist postures to wring out the toxins.

    Lemon in water detoxifies the liver.

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