Autumn Recipes for Energy and Balance
A Week of Warming Meals Based on Chinese Dietary Therapy
As the weather cools and autumn sets in, it’s a natural time to adjust the way we eat. In Chinese medicine, seasonal living is about staying aligned with the rhythms of the environment—and food plays a central role in that process.
Autumn is a time when the Yang energy begins to withdraw. The body needs support to stay warm, grounded, and nourished. Cold, raw foods that may have felt right in summer can start to drain energy now, weakening digestion and contributing to fatigue.
This doesn’t mean drastic changes. It means thoughtful ones.
What to Eat in Autumn
From a Chinese dietary perspective, autumn is the time to favour warming, cooked foods that support the digestive system and build resilience for winter.
That might include:
Root vegetables like carrots, parsnips and swede
Whole grains such as barley, oats and rice
Warming herbs like ginger, garlic and cinnamon
Longer cooking methods—stews, soups, baked dishes
Simple meals that are easy to digest
Reducing cold, damp-producing foods such as leafy greens, salads, and tropical fruits can help avoid bloating, tiredness, and sluggish immunity.
Get Your Free Recipe Pack
If you’d like practical help making these changes, I’ve put together a free pack of simple, seasonal recipes—one for each day of the week.
These meals are:
Easy to prepare
Based on Chinese medicine principles
Nourishing, warming, and budget-friendly
Just fill out the form below to receive your download and start making small, deliberate shifts toward better seasonal health.