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Autumn Equinox has arrived! The twenty third day of September is midway between the solstices, and being the midway point, the equinoxes are the times of even balance between Yin and Yang. This is the transitional time of year when the weather becomes cold, dry, days grow shorter as we move to the dark time. Nature's movement of Yin contracts in preparation for Winter’s slumber.
During this time of year the Yin is to be protected and nourished. More sleep is required, as the days grow shorter there is less activity. Going to bed earlier is helpful in planning for more restorative rest and recovery.
Autumn is associated with the Lung organ system and environmental dryness. Protecting the Yin fluids of the Lung from dryness is important at this time. Some foods that protect the Lung Yin are apples, peaches, pears, sesame seeds and raw honey.
Proactive acupuncture and fire cupping therapy assists regulating Lung function, helps eliminate mucus, supports ideal Lung capacity and treats conditions such as cough, wheezing, asthma, the common cold and seasonal allergies.
With temperatures dropping in Autumn we should also be cautious about cold exposure. In order to promote balance, those who are cold and fatigued in general should focus on warming and supplementing the body this time of year. Warm and supplement the body by wearing adequate clothing and consuming warming foods, drinks and herbs.
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