Let me start by stating the obvious: Summer is short. By the time the first real day of summer rolls around on June 21, in my opinion the season is half over. And the question we should be asking ourselves is – are we taking advantage of all the season has to offer?

To me, Summer embraces the concept of Primary Food, a term coined by Joshua Rosenthal, the founder of?Integrative Nutrition.

Primary Food is more than what you find on your plate. It’s what feeds your soul. Healthy relationships, staying physically active, a fulfilling career, financial freedom and a spiritual practice can fill your soul and satisfy your hunger for life. When primary food is balanced and satiated, your life feeds you, making what you eat secondary.

Would it surprise you to know that excess weight magically melts away when you add a little self-care into your life?

If your Summer months are flying by with no time for what feeds your soul, don’t worry. You still have time. Make plans for a family cookout, read a good book, garden or find a nice sandy beach and plop down on it. A little R&R is good for your body and your soul.

Happy Independence Day!