Fire element:

High summer, from the summer solstice of June 21 to mid-August

During the summer months, life is at its most expansive, full manifestation. The sun is at its highest, food is abundant, and all plant life is full of vital life force. The element of summer is fire, the associated color is red, the flavor is bitter, and the energy of fire is connected to the heart and small intestine. The hours of the day when the Heart is most active are between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.; small intestine is 1 to 3 p.m.
Foods that most enhance the fire element:


Grains
Corn, maize, popcorn, amaranth, quinoa


Vegetables:
Asparagus, Brussels sprouts, chives, endive, okra, scallions


Beans and Pulses:
red lentils, chickpeas


Fruits:
apricot, guava, strawberry, persimmon, peaches, cherries


Fish:
shrimp, lobster, crab


Spices:
chili’s, curry, and spices in general are considered fire foods

Copyright 2006 by Jen Hoy