Grounding root vegetables and warming spices to align with the season. A guide to eating with the earth's rhythm.
As the leaves turn and the air creates a crisp chill, our bodies naturally crave grounding. In Ayurveda, autumn is Vata season—characterized by air and ether elements. It can feel scattered, dry, and cold.
Grounding Foods
To counter the light, mobile nature of Vata, we focus on dense, warm, and oily foods. Root vegetables like sweet potatoes, carrots, and beets are staples in the Terranam kitchen this time of year.
- Sweet Potatoes: Rich in grounding energy and complex carbs.
- Ginger & Turmeric: Warming spices that aid digestion and circulation.
- Ghee: Healthy fats to lubricate the tissues against autumnal dryness.
Our featured dish this week is a Roasted Pumpkin and Sage soup, finished with a drizzle of toasted pumpkin seed oil. It warms the core and settles the nervous system.