When studying Traditional Chinese or Ayurvedic Medicine, different foods have different properties including “warming” and “cooling”.  These properties refer to the foods affect on the body.  If you have ever eaten a cucumber in the middle of winter, you may have felt chilly afterwards.  That’s because cucumber is a naturally “cooling” food, so it may not be desirable on a blistery day.  However it would be quite refreshing during a heat wave.  It would also be helpful if you are trying to get a fever down, regardless of the time of year.  So depending on the time of year and desired effect you are looking for, you may want to choose different foods

Here is a list of foods that tend to make the body feel cool:

• raw fruits and vegetables
• cucumbers
• summer squashes
• citrus fruits
• raw tomatoes
• papaya
• leafy vegetables
• soybeans
• tofu
• mung beans
• sea vegetables
• bulgar
• corn on the cob
• rice
• ice cream
• yogurt
• milk
• sprouts
• egg whites
• Lobster
• clams
• crabs
• pork
• coffee

Here is a list of foods that tend to make the body feel warm:

• cooked or dried fruits
• cooked vegetables
• cabbage
• winter squashes
• coconut
• tomato sauce
• avocado
• root vegetables
• tempeh
• lentils
• kidney beans
• potatoes
• yams
• oats
• kasha
• barley
• cornmeal
• butter
• cream
• aged cheese
• nuts & seeds
• egg
• fish
• poultry
• beef
• organ meats
• chocolate

Linda Miner

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*NOTE:  This opinion expressed here is that of the author based on her research and personal experience.  It is not intended to replace your own personal research or the opinion of your physician.  You should always check with your physician and/or pharmacist before changing your diet, starting an exercise programs or taking any supplements.  Please be aware that some foods and natural supplements may interact with prescription medication.