This March, Reconnect and Align with the Seasons for the Ultimate Spring Health Boost.
Hello, March! The first signs of spring are here
The wait is over - longer days, fresh energy, and the perfect excuse to hit reset on your body and mind. This season is all about nourishing yourself with vibrant, nutrient-packed foods and embracing foraging - nature’s way of preparing you for the months ahead. Keep reading for the best seasonal finds, wellness tips, and simple ways to thrive this March!
What’s in Season: March
Ready to taste the first signs of spring? March marks a seasonal shift in the UK, bringing fresh, leafy greens—perfect for low-carb, nutrient-packed meals!
- Vegetables: Purple sprouting broccoli, spring onions, cauliflower, spinach, wild garlic, leeks, cabbage, spring greens, kale and watercress. Fresh nettles begin to pop-up and are perfect for soups and teas.
- Meat: Venison, beef, and chicken bring rich flavours to early spring dishes.
- Fish & Seafood: Cod, haddock, plaice, Dover sole, mussels, oysters, and cockles are at their peak this month.
March Nature Diary - Why Getting in Tune with the Seasons is Essential for Your Health
We’ve lost touch with nature—but our health depends on it. Our ancestors lived by the rhythms of the seasons, instinctively responding to changes in daylight, plants, and wildlife. Today, most of us barely notice these shifts, yet research proves that reconnecting with nature can lower stress, boost immunity, and improve heart health.
A University of Exeter study found that spending just 120 minutes a week in green spaces (parks, woodlands, or even your garden) can make a huge difference to mental and physical well-being. No surprise then that doctors are now prescribing ‘green prescriptions’—nature-based activities to help with stress, anxiety, and chronic health conditions. Even a quick five-minute ‘nature snack’—a short walk, listening to birdsong, or spotting the first flowers, can calm your mind and re-energise your body.
That’s where our Nature Diary comes in. It’s your guide to tuning back into the seasons, using nature as a tool for better health. By simply noticing what’s changing around you, you can strengthen your connection to the natural world and, in turn, your own well-being.
Here’s what to look for this month and how it benefits your health:
🐦⬛ Birdlife: The dawn chorus is getting louder as birds like blue tits, blackbirds, and robins claim territories and begin nesting.
👉 Health benefit: Birdsong is scientifically proven to lower stress and improve focus for up to 8 hours!
🪻Trees & Plants: Daffodils, crocuses and blackthorn’s white blossoms signal spring’s arrival, acting as biological cues for our brains that the season is shifting. Wild garlic carpets woodlands giving off a mild garlic aroma. For centuries, our ancestors foraged it as a natural remedy, valuing its immune-boosting, anti-inflammatory, and heart-supporting properties.
👉 Health benefit: Not only do the first flowers of spring signal the changing season and reconnect us to nature’s rhythms, but seeing them has been proven to boost mood, reduce anxiety, enhance creativity, and even speed up healing—with hospital patients recovering faster when flowers are in their environment!
🦔 Wildlife: Look out for hares boxing in fields—as they begin mating season. The first butterflies begin to take flight, and hedgehogs emerge from hibernation. Frogs and toads return back to ponds and wetlands, their distinctive croaks marking the start of breeding season.
👉 Health benefit: Watching wildlife reduces cortisol levels and boosts mood. Studies show that people who engage with nature regularly report higher life satisfaction and better mental health.
Nature isn’t just a pretty backdrop—it’s your body’s reset button. We’re wired to the seasons, and even a five-minute ‘nature snack’—stepping outside, hearing birdsong, or spotting the first signs of spring—can lower stress, boost energy, and sharpen your focus. Step outside, tune in, and let nature do the rest.
The Magic of Spring Foraging
March is a time of renewal for both nature and us. Foraging is a great way to embrace the season, reconnect with the land, and discover the wild foods making their return.
🌿 What to Do: With expert guidance, discover you local flavours of early spring: Wild garlic in woodlands, young nettles along pathways, and fresh, zingy sorrel. Since foraging safely and sustainably takes expertise, joining a local group is the best way to learn how to identify, harvest, and use wild plants responsibly.
📍 Where to Go: Get started with expert guidance on a Rewilding Walk, where you’ll safely discover edible plants and learn about ethical foraging practices. Near London? Join our friends at Beyond Domestication for a Rewilding Walk on Hampstead Heath, where you'll explore local foraging, and even make a wild tea!
👩⚕️ Why It Matters: Foraging sharpens your senses, reduces stress, and deepens your connection to nature. Time outdoors boosts mood, strengthens the immune system, and improves focus. Learning from an expert ensures safe, sustainable foraging while helping you develop valuable lifelong skills.
And here’s something fascinating - foraging can even improve gut health and immunity, thanks to beneficial microbes found in natural environments!
Ready to see the season in a new way? Join a Rewilding Walk and immerse yourself in nature with expert guidance. 🌿✨
Discover more ways to connect with nature in our Health Hub.
Seasonal Star: Perform - Grass-Fed Liver & Heart Capsules
Feeling sluggish as winter fades? The shift into spring can leave us feeling low on energy, making this the perfect time to support your body with nutrient-dense organ meats. We've made it easy with our Perform Capsules - a simple way to get all the benefits of liver and heart without the prep. Ditch the synthetic multivitamins and discover why organ meats are the real superfood in this deep dive.
Why Perform Is Your Spring Essential
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Energy & Focus: Packed with B12 and iron, essential for red blood cell production, oxygen transport, and mental clarity.
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Immune Support: A natural source of vitamin A and zinc, key for immune resilience and overall wellness.
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Heart Health: Rich in CoQ10, a powerful antioxidant that supports cardiovascular function and cellular energy production.
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Superior Absorption: Unlike synthetic supplements, organ meats provide bioavailable nutrients that your body can absorb and use efficiently.
- How to Use It: Take daily as a supplement with meals or open capsules and combine into meals or smoothies for the ultimate nutrient boost!
From Our Kitchen: Zuppa Toscana-Inspired Soup
Looking for a nourishing, seasonal meal? Try our Zuppa Toscana-inspired soup, packed with warming flavours, seasonal kale, and a nutrient boost from Perform Capsules for all the benefits of liver and heart.
🌿 Lucky enough to get hold of some wild garlic? Add it near the end of cooking (blanch as you would spinach) for a fresh, seasonal punch of flavour!
What's Next
Your body is designed to thrive on seasonal foods and natural rhythms. This March, embrace the shift—cook with fresh spring ingredients, take a five-minute ‘nature snack,’ or join a guided foraging walk to deepen your connection to the seasons.
Use this March guide as a tool to reconnect with nature—small changes can lead to lasting benefits for your health and well-being.
Find more simple ways to nourish, move, and thrive in our Health Hub. 🌿
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