The fundamentals of Chinese medicine are based upon the principles of yang and yin. Yang is daytime energy, physiological organ function, warmth, and movement. Yin is nighttime energy, the repairing and restorative operations that occur while you sleep, cold & restfulness. Winter is a yin season. The cold and darkness of winter drive us to seek inner warmth. Therefore, winter months should include more introspection, rest, and storing the body’s physical energy. This helps to