According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, the universe is balanced through Yang and Yin energies. Yang is warm, rising, outward, masculine and light. Yin is cool, quiet, inward, feminine and dark. Whereas summer is the season of Yang, winter is the season of Yin. As winter approaches you may notice less energy and a tendency for receding, for going within and regenerating. It is important during this time that you preserve your energy, keep cover from the cold, and provide your mind and body with the nutrients they require to repair and rejuvenate. It is important to balance the coldness of Yin with the warmth of Yang. This can be done through nutritious warming foods such as slow-cooked stews, roasted root vegetables, and adding warming herbs to your meals and beverages.The following are a list of 5 warming herbs and their additional healing properties for this winter season:
- Cloves are a natural pain-killer for sore throats and a natural antiseptic for infections.
- Ginger is a natural antioxidant. It also helps increase circulation and aids in digestion.
- Cinnamon has shown to lower blood sugar in people with type II diabetes; it also has antibacterial and antiviral properties.
- Tumeric is a powerful herb with anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer benefits.
- Oregano has a high antioxidant content and is antimicrobial for colds and sore throats.
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