With this new year, I am beginning a new series of posting a list of monthly seasonal produce. It’s not so original, but it’s nice to be reminded of our relationship with nature and its dynamic flow.

Below I’ve added a few recipes that include these ingredients and support our seasonal wellness.

As far as the doshas, winter is somewhat heavy, still, stagnant, and so there is Kapha. But it can also be windy, changeable, cold, drying, so there is Vata too. This dance between these doshas in winter depends on where you are. It may be more Kapha in the north. In the southwest where I am, we are dealing with high Vata. But our winter weather swings from Vata to Kapha with frequency. Even that variability is Vata.

Paying attention to the energies in nature, to how you feel each day, is the best barometer to help you determine what are the best meals that will provide warmth and balance to you.

Recipes for January
Buckwheat Mung Bean Winter Veg Stew
Broccoli Cauliflower No-Grain Kitchari
Simple Winter Dal
Creamy Carrot Tarragon Soup
Coconut Curried Sweet Potato Bisque
Farmer’s Cottage Cheese
Buckwheat Pancakes
Healing Apple Sauce
Beet Kvass

These are just some of the many winter recipes on this blog.

Giveaway

Giveaways are fun, so let’s do another!

Banyan Botanicals has a new product called Shakti Prana. Formulated by Ayurvedic physician Vasant Lad, BAM&S, MASc, Shakti Prana is a rejuvenating blend of ghee, honey, and herbal superfoods, including Ashwagandha and Shatavari. Featuring all six tastes to help balance all three doshas, it is kind of like a jam. You can spread it on toast, add to your morning porridge or smoothies, or stir with warm water and sip. Or, simply take it straight from the spoon for a daily dose of Ojas.

Comment below and I will randomly pick a name. I love reading your comments os let’s us know what brings you delight this time of year. Be sure to leave your name/email if you want to be entered so I can find you to get a shipping address.

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