Spring Eating in Chinese Wellness: Light, Fresh, and Simple
Two light spring recipes — ginger scallion noodle soup and mint pea soup — for cool-weather comfort.
Seasonal Wellness: Adapting Your Self-Care Through the Year
One of the core ideas in Chinese wellness is that daily self-care can shift with the seasons. What feels comforting in winter may feel heavy in summer. This page gives an overview of seasonal adjustments; the book goes deeper with specific routines for each season.
General Seasonal Principles
Cooler Months (Autumn & Winter)
- Warm, cooked foods feel more supportive — soups, stews, ginger tea.
- Foot baths can be especially comforting when it's cold.
- Gentle acupressure in the evening pairs well with a warm foot soak.
Warmer Months (Spring & Summer)
- Lighter, fresher foods — more vegetables, less heavy cooking.
- Foot baths with slightly cooler (but still warm) water can feel refreshing.
- Morning or early evening routines may feel more comfortable than late-night sessions.
Articles
Summer Eating in Chinese Wellness: Light Foods for Hot Days
Hydrating summer foods — mung bean & watermelon cooler and cucumber sesame salad.
Autumn Eating in Chinese Wellness: Warm Bowls for Dry Weather
Warm autumn comfort bowls — pear & ginger bowl and mushroom sweet potato soup.
Winter Eating in Chinese Wellness: Slow Cooking and Warming Meals
Hearty winter recipes — ginger lamb broth and black sesame rice porridge.
The book includes a full chapter on adjusting routines by season, climate, and personal food preference. Learn more about the book.