Finally...it's summer. However, if you live in the bay area, you might not think so. And, if you're trying to keep your Ayurvedic constitution (your prakriti) in balance with the seasons, well, that's going to be a challenge. Ideally, this is the time of year to "lighten up" - lighter and cooler foods to keep your digestion (your agni - inner digestive fire) from over-heating, and keeping the body well-hydrated and rested given the natural over-exposure and depletion that comes from more outdoor time and activities.
So, what are we to do? Ideally, we do what we can to be in balance and rhythm with our surroundings and the seasons. Given our California coastal "June Gloom," for now, that means, sticking with warm fluids and food --keep the warm stews and risottos going with your favorite seasonal vegetables. My favorite "June Gloom" dish is lemon-asparagus-fava been risotto - warm, yet colorful and light in spirit :-)
Keep it up until the weather breaks...
Sounds yummy! Recipe please :-)
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