A pillar of wellness in Traditional East Asian Medicine is living in harmony with the seasons and seasonal eating. When we are living slowly and intentionally we can notice subtle shifts in the environment & body and act accordingly. We can begin to notice that the natural world provides the support we need, exactly when we need it . The fruits that ripen this time of year - figs, pears, apples and stone fruits such as peaches and plums - all benefit the spleen & stomach - organs of the late summer season - that govern proper digestion, nutrient absorption and blood production. They also moisten the lung and large intestine - organs of the fall season, that govern immune function and waste elimination - preparing the body for the seasonal change. We are also seeing more mushrooms pop up in the forests right now with the start of the rains. Mushrooms help to boost the immune system, gently detox and support the body through the climactic shifts.