Springtime Tips for Home and Health

Spring is here, bringing longer days, warmer sunshine, and the perfect opportunity to refresh our spaces and our diets. Just as nature renews itself, it’s the ideal time for us to shake off winter’s heaviness by tidying up our homes and embracing foods that nourish and rejuvenate.

Eating seasonally helps your body naturally shift from winter to spring. Embrace lighter, fresher foods such as leafy greens (spinach, kale, arugula), vegetables like celery, asparagus, Brussels sprouts, broccoli, and bell peppers, and fruits including berries, apples, lemons, limes, and pears. 

These nutrient-rich foods gently detoxify, enhance digestion, boost immunity, and replenish hydration, energizing your body for the warmer days ahead.

To enhance your spring reset further, consider adding fresh herbs like cilantro or mint to your meals for additional flavor. Sprouts and microgreens are also nutrient powerhouses perfect for topping salads or sandwiches. Incorporating fermented foods like sauerkraut or kefir can support your gut health.

Spring Cleaning Your Space

Refreshing your home can have an equally rejuvenating effect on your mental and emotional health. Tackling one small area at a time makes spring cleaning manageable and satisfying:

• Oven Refresh: Cleaning the oven can feel daunting, but it’s worth the effort. Last weekend, I tackled mine. I can’t tell you the last time I cleaned it, so it was rather scary. If you’ve been avoiding it, here’s your nudge to get it done—it truly feels like an accomplishment. Mr. Non-Compliant even helped scrape crud off the oven door window. He’s a keeper!
• Pantry and Fridge Purge: Pick a day to clean out your pantry and another to clean out your refrigerator. It these tasks feel too big, choose only a shelf or two to work on at a time. Check expiration dates, toss expired foods, and make space for fresh, healthy groceries. This activity often inspires healthier eating habits because it reminds you of all your nourishing options.
• Spice Cabinet Clear-Out: Did you know spices lose potency over time? Toss old spices that have lost their vibrant aroma or color. Replace staples you regularly use and consider introducing new spring-inspired herbs and spices for a fresh flavor twist in your meals.
• Closet Refresh: Spring is also a wonderful opportunity to refresh your wardrobe. Store away heavy winter items, donate clothes you no longer wear, and bring lighter spring apparel front and center. This simple closet refresh can uplift your mood and streamline your daily routine. 

As you refresh your diet, tidy up your space, and reset your routines, you’ll likely find yourself feeling a bit lighter and ready to ease into spring. Keep in mind that perfection is not the goal—any improvement is a win.

Enjoy this season of renewal.

Much love,
Health Coach Carol

“I am thankful that in a troubled world no calamity can prevent the return of spring.” —Helen Keller