January
winterImmune resilience & warm foods
◆ National Blood Donor Month
Foods: Root vegetables, Citrus, Dates
Herbs: Ginger, Cinnamon, Thyme
Season: summer
Living Wellness Calendar
A year of Persian wellness, month by month. Seasonal foods and herbs, a focus for the month, and the health observances worth remembering.
February
winterHeart Health month
◆ American Heart Month
Foods: Pomegranate, Beets, Warm stews
Herbs: Saffron, Cardamom, Ginger
March
springNowruz — rebirth & lighter eating
◆ Nowruz (Persian New Year)
Foods: Fresh greens, Sabzi, Fava beans
Herbs: Nettle, Mint, Tarragon
April
springStress awareness & gentle movement
◆ Stress Awareness Month
Foods: Radish, Cucumber, Barley
Herbs: Lemon balm, Chamomile, Mint
May
springMental Health Awareness
◆ Mental Health Awareness Month
Foods: Strawberries, Young greens, Herbs
Herbs: Rosewater, Mint, Chamomile
June
summerHydration & cooling foods
◆ Men's Health Month
Foods: Cucumber, Watermelon, Yogurt
Herbs: Mint, Lemon balm, Coriander
July
summerMorning movement before heat
Foods: Melon, Sour cherries, Mast-o-khiar
Herbs: Chicory, Mint, Rosewater
August
summerRest, chort, and patient hydration
Foods: Peaches, Plums, Fresh herbs
Herbs: Basil, Mint, Coriander
September
autumnSleep restoration & healthy aging
◆ Healthy Aging Month
Foods: Pomegranate, Grapes, Figs
Herbs: Cinnamon, Cardamom
October
autumnEmotional balance & warming spices
◆ Emotional Wellness Month
Foods: Pumpkin, Squash, Walnuts
Herbs: Ginger, Turmeric, Saffron
November
autumnDigestive preparation for winter
◆ Diabetes Awareness Month
Foods: Quince, Persimmon, Root vegetables
Herbs: Cinnamon, Cloves
December
winterCommunity, warmth, and rest
Foods: Citrus, Dates, Warm stews
Herbs: Ginger, Saffron, Cardamom
Every month connects
The calendar is not a checklist — it is a rhythm. Visit today's guidance to see how the current season shapes what Hakim suggests, or explore a wellness journey for a structured path through the year.