Spring
Cleanse the liver. Bitter greens, rose, light grains.
Persian medicine reads each season as a body in motion. Move with it.

Cleanse the liver. Bitter greens, rose, light grains.
Cool the blood. Cucumber, mint, pomegranate.
Moisten and warm. Sesame, dates, gentle stews.
Kindle inner fire. Ginger, cinnamon, slow-cooked roots.