How to master the warm season easily.
As the temperatures rise in the summer season, our body reacts accordingly to the heat. Using cooling (not cold) foods is one way to stay healthy and vital through the summer months.
From an Ayurvedic point of view, it is now time to reduce Pitta! All cooling foods, such as green vegetables, fennel, broccoli, cucumbers, but also sweet fruits, melons, mango, fresh figs as well as bitter herbs such as coriander, dill and borage should be on your menu now. Read more here:
- Green vegetables: e.g. spinach, kale, chard and rocket are rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. They are also low in calories and help to cool the body.
- Fennel: is rich in antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory properties. It can help relieve digestive problems and cool the body (e.g. in the form of fennel tea).
- Broccoli: is rich in vitamin C and fibre. It can help cleanse the body and strengthen the immune system.
- Cucumbers: are low in calories and contain a lot of water. They are an excellent source of vitamin K and also cool the body.
- Melons: Watermelon, honeydew melon and cantaloupe are rich in water, have a cooling effect on the body and are excellent sources of vitamins and minerals.
- Mango: is rich in vitamins A and C as well as fibre. It can help improve digestion.
- Fresh figs: are rich in fibre and contain many important nutrients. They can help regulate the blood sugar level.
- Bitter herbs: e.g. coriander, dill and borage can help improve digestion and have a cooling effect. They are also rich in antioxidants and important nutrients.
By the way: In summer, a stay at the Ayurveda Parkschlösschen is especially beautiful! The large park is furnished with comfortable loungers, the old trees provide pleasant shade, and the small idyllic stream cools and refreshes the air. Please feel free to visit us during this wonderful time, you can contact our team here.
