How to support your body in spring: Aligning with the season of renewal
Summary
Ancient + Brave nutritionist Jenni Kiddle shares seasonal nutrition rituals and spring health tips you can use to help your body adjust to seasonal changes — from what to eat now to five simple practices that reconnect you with natural rhythms.
In this article
- Spring: the season of wellbeing renewal
- Nourishment in spring: what to eat now
- 5 simple practices to support seasonal transition
- Ancient + Brave's best rituals for spring
Spring: The season of wellbeing renewal
As nature shakes off winter's coat, spring arrives — a season of renewal we so look forward to. Starting with the Vernal Equinox, when day and night are equal, spring spans March through May in the Northern Hemisphere. It's a time when the world around us is awakening — fields return to colour, new shoots push through the ground, and we see the welcome return of warmth and light.
Tuning into these signals can help us reconnect with natural rhythms and notice how our bodies respond to seasonal change.
Nourishment in spring: What to eat now
As daylight increases and the environment becomes more active, there is often a natural inclination toward movement, lighter foods, and fresher tastes. This principle of harmony between what we eat and the season is based on hundreds of years of practical experience.
In Ayurvedic tradition, spring is associated with Kapha dosha — the energy of earth and water. Kapha can accumulate during winter, sometimes showing up as heaviness or a preference for comfort and stillness. Spring foods, such as leafy greens and cruciferous vegetables, feed the body's desire to move out of winter, supporting a natural energy boost.
Spring foods to focus on:
- Leafy greens (spinach, kale) — naturally bitter quality, supports gentle cleansing
- Cruciferous vegetables (broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower) — supports liver function and digestive pathways
- Asparagus — light, refreshing effect on digestion
- Wild garlic, rhubarb, dandelion — traditionally used in seasonal eating for liver health and internal balance
- Nettle — traditionally used to support the body's response to environmental allergens and promote clearer breathing
5 Simple practices to support seasonal transition
1. Sit with the sun
On the morning of the equinox, face east and quietly watch the sun rise. Without distraction, notice the gradual shift in colour and intensity. A short walk in morning sunlight can help regulate circadian rhythm, support mood, signal wakefulness to the brain and set the tone for the day.
2. Reconnect with nature
Allow your senses to guide you back into connection with your environment. Walk, stretch, dance, or spend time in the garden, observing the bees at work, blossoms opening, and the movement of light and air. Let movement feel intuitive. This is about reconnecting with the body through experience rather than routine.
3. Support circulation and vitality
Gentle self-massage can help stimulate circulation and support the movement of fluids within the body. Practices such as dry brushing or warm oil massage offer benefits that invigorate and encourage a sense of lightness. Some also find spring sauna sessions helpful as a way to relax muscles and support a feeling of release.
4. Pause and reflect
Consider what feels ready to grow. Which habits, intentions, or ideas are beginning to emerge? Journaling, sketching, or simply sitting in quiet thought can help bring clarity to what is naturally unfolding.
5. Refresh your space
Spring cleaning traditions have long been part of seasonal transitions. Creating physical space can support a sense of mental and energetic clarity. Open windows and allow fresh air to circulate, refreshing your daily rituals and products that feel aligned with renewal and lightness.
Ancient + Brave's best rituals for spring
Radiant Collagyn — Rich in plant fibres and antioxidants, this vibrant berry blend supports a sense of internal balance while complementing the body's natural seasonal rhythms. Sip slowly as a moment of pause before the day begins.
Matcha + Collagen — Your daily moment of mid-morning clarity. Nourish mind and body with cleansing greens from organic, ceremonial-grade matcha, collagen for whole-body support and Lion's Mane to encourage mental clarity and presence.
True Biome — A simple daily addition designed to support digestive balance. As routines shift in spring, maintaining gut harmony can help you feel more settled and aligned with changes in diet and activity.
Brave Tinctures — These botanical and mushroom tinctures offer a sensory way to connect with the spirit of spring. Whether supporting clarity, resilience, or skin vitality, they invite a moment of pause within the day — a small ritual that reflects the essence of the season.
Closing thoughts
Spring is not only a season we observe, but one we participate in. It asks us to notice, to respond, and to align. By paying attention to the signals of nature, supporting the body with seasonal rhythms, and creating space for reflection and renewal, we can move through this time with a sense of ease and connection.
"A new chapter is unfolding. And like the world around us, we are invited to open into it."