
Welcome to Autumn! This is the season of harvest, the fruition of all the growth of
spring and summer. Not only are we harvesting the produce bounty of the warmer months but also all of the hard work that we have put into work and projects, relationships, and our health. This is the time of year that we begin the "winding down" process in preparation for the calm winter months.
According to Chinese Medicinal teachings the organs of focus for the Fall season are the lungs and the colon. With the lungs we bring in fresh air and nutrients for repair throughout the body and exhale toxins from our blood. With the colon we absorb water and electrolytes and eliminate waste from all the tissues of the body. Fall is the one of the best times
of the year for deep cleansing. Cleansing during this time fortifies the constitution for the coming winter months while eliminating the toxin build up of the summer season. A series of colonics with detoxifying massage, an effective herbal detox program, proper nutrition and breathing exercises will help ward off the common colds and flues of winter. Fall marks the beginning of the cycle of turning within. As always,
but especially powerful during this season, tune into your "gut feeling". This will help you find inspiration and guide you in making the changes necessary to align your heart and your head. In-balance Consolidation Communication
New disciplines Productive work Study, clarity, care Quiet walks More rest | Imbalance Indecision
Confusion Overindulgence Coffee Smoking Obscurity Fatigue |
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Element: Metal Color: White Direction: West Sense: Smell Taste: Pungent Sound: Weep Emotion: Worry/Grief |
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Inner Glow Fall Cleanse $272
Mild organ cleansing and toning program including the following Tummy Temple products and services: - Inner Glow Cleansing Kit
- 3 sessions of our standard level services
This cleansing program is ideal for a seasonal tune up. It stimulates mild detoxification in the elimination organs of the body. It is perfectly suited for the first time cleanser
or those seeking a cleansing program that isn't too demanding. TOTAL DETOX Program $548 Extensive organ cleansing and toning program including the following Tummy Temple products and services: - Biotics Research 10 Day Bio-Detox Kit
- 4 sessions of our standard level services.
This comprehensive detox program is formulated for liver and gall bladder cleansing, reducing inflammation, reducing yeast/parasitic overgrowth, and improving overall immunity. It is highly effective for chronic health issues and a deep seasonal cleanse. Nutritional Notes: - Nuts, seeds, meats, and fermented dairy (yogurt, kefir
, and cheeses) are more appetizing as we head into the cooler months of the year. Begin adding these hardy foods back into your diet.
- Focus on staying well hydrated, with lots of pure water, as urine output triples in volume when the weather is cold.
- Use warming spices like cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and anise, which not only are deliciously aromatic but also help to prevent indigestion, gas, and cold hands
and feet.
- Continue to support the local farmer's markets throughout the Fall as they are bringing in some of their greatest bounty. Grapes, pears, apples, nuts, squash, and all the hearty vegetables are now in stock, along with hormone and antibiotic free chickens, pigs, cows, and turkeys.
- Stick to local fruits that are in season. Begin limiting the use of warmer climate fruits, such as lemon and
lime, as they are cooling.
Tips for a Healthy Harvest! Fall Produce Apples Arugula Beets & beet greens Broccoli Carrots Celery Chard Cranberries Garlic Green beans Kale | Leeks Lettuce Onions Pears Potatoes Pumpkins Scallions Spinach Tomatoes Turnips Winter squash |
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Fresh Carrot Soup
2 tablespoons coconut butter or olive oil 3 large carrots, chopped 1 large potato, chopped 1 onion, chopped 3 teaspoons salt, or to taste
pepper to taste 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves (optional) 2 cups vegetable stock or water parsley for garnish Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add carrots,
potato, onion, salt, pepper, thyme and stir well. Cover; reduce heat to low and cook until carrots have softened considerably, 15-20 minutes. Add stock and simmer another 15 minutes. Puree in a blender and adjust seasoning. Pour into bowls, garnish with parsley and serve.
Baby Spinach Salad with Pears & Pecans 1 pear, cored & sliced 4 green onions, finely chopped 1 teaspoon sea salt 4 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 ½ tablespoons balsamic vinegar (optional) 1 lemon, juiced 1 tablespoon raw honey or maple syrup 1 pound baby spinach leaves ½ cup chopped parsley & cilantro leaves
1/3 cup chopped pecans fresh black pepper Toss pear and green onions with sea salt, olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, and honey or maple syrup. Allow to marinate for 5-10 minutes. Add baby spinach leaves, chopped herbs, and pecans, and gently toss. Season with additional salt
and black pepper if necessary.
Kale, Leek & White Bean Soup 2 tablespoons olive oil or coconut oil 1 large onion, chopped 1 whole leek, chopped 1 large carrot, chopped 2 teaspoons salt, or to taste 1 bunch parsley, chopped 2, 16-ounce cans of cooked beans 1 medium potato, chopped 1 medium turnip, chopped 3 cloves garlic, chopped 1 bunch kale, stemmed & chopped (about 3 cups) freshly ground pepper to taste Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion, leek, carrot, salt, and half the parsley. Sauté until the onion is soft, about 8 minutes. Add beans (including their cooking liquid), potato, turnip, garlic, kale & pepper. Add extra water to cover the vegetables, or about 6 cups of liquid total. Reduce heat and simmer covered until the potatoes are soft, about 20 minutes. Adjust salt and serve hot.
8-Vegetable Drink 4 carrots 3 celery stalks 2 kale leaves 2 tomatoes
1 cucumber 1 small beet ½ cup parsley stems included 1 clove garlic Juice or blend all vegetables. Enjoy.
Ginger Apple Cider 6 red apples 1, 2 inch piece of fresh ginger 1 lemon, peeled pinch cinnamon, nutmeg & sea salt Juice or blend all ingredients together and stir in spices.
Quick Lemon & Garlic Quinoa Salad
Salad: 1 cup dried Quinoa 8 cups water pinch of sea salt ½ cup carrots, chopped 1/3 cup parsley, minced
¼ cup sunflower seeds Dressing: 3 garlic cloves, minced ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons tamari Place Quinoa in a 3 quart pan and dry-roast on low heat (about 5-8 minutes). Stir grains constantly until they begin to change color and give off a nutty aroma. Bring water to a boil in a large pot. Add salt and toasted Quinoa to boiling water. Boil for 10-12 minutes. Remove from heat and drain Quinoa through a large strainer (in the same way you would prepare pasta).
Prepare dressing and place in a large bowl. Add carrots, seeds, and parsley. Add cooked Quinoa and toss well. Serve at room temperature or chilled. From Feeding the Whole Family by Cynthia Lair.
Cranberry Baked Apples ½ cup dried cranberries or raisins ¾ cup apple cider 4 firm baking apples red current or strawberry 100% fruit preserves Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Bring cider and cranberries to a boil in a small saucepan. Remove from heat, cover and let stand until ready for use. Core apples and peel ¾ inch around the top of each cored apple. Place in a pie plate. Use a slotted spoon to remove cranberries from cider and fill apples with them. Gently press roughly 1 teaspoon of preserves over each filled core. Pour boiled cider over
apples to cover the bottom of pan with ¼ inch cider. Add extra cider if necessary. Bake until apples are tender but still hold their shape, about 20 minutes. Serve hot, at room temperature or cold. Refrigerated in a sealed container, baked apples will keep for several days. |