Eating with the season, not against it

Seasonal eating is less a rulebook than an act of attention. What grows nearby, right now, tends to be what the body is asking for.

In cooler months, lean toward roots, broths and warm grains. As the light returns, let bitter greens, herbs and fresh water-rich foods lighten the plate.

Notice energy across a week rather than a meal. Steadiness — not intensity — is the sign that nourishment is landing.