Envisioning color in meditation practices and thorough out your day can help balance the mind and body.  Idea Fitness Journal features more information here. Click the link to learn about the colors you should be visualizing.

When you visit Kur, you will notice our favorite color is orange! This is what the article says about orange and the sacral chakra:

"Orange, a combination of red and yellow, is said to be more balancing than red and good for sustaining warmth. It is thought to enhance creativity, vitality and sensuality; stimulate socializing; and create opportunity. Visualizing orange may help alleviate depression; stimulate joy and happiness; and enhance receptivity to pleasure..."

 "Working with the sacral chakra and the color orange can help us create a healthy balance between body and mind.

Exercise for the Sacral Chakra. Rock your pelvis forward and backward. If you wish, allow your arms to swing around your torso and gently tap your mid to low back as you rock. Stay connected to your legs and feet. Now visualize an orange disk below your navel."

What's your favorite color? Let us know in the comments below.

As we continue to count down the days to Spring and warm weather, here are 8 tips to keep the winter colds away and stay healthy until the sun is shining brighter!

1. To prevent colds and mucus buildup boil 1/2 tsp of dried ginger, 1/2 tsp of cinnamon and a pinch of ground clove in 1 cup of water for 5 minutes.  Allow to cool and then drink quickly in the morning.  This mix of herbs increases heat and circulation in the body so you won't get stuffed up.
2. Back bending yoga postures are useful this time of year to keep the lungs clear.  The lightness they invoke balances the heaviness of winter.  
3. Use spices generously in your cooking - as tolerated by your gut.
4. Sprinkle fresh black pepper on everything during winter.
5. Be sure to eat your greens.  Winter is a heavy time of year, the blood thickens, we crave denser meals.  Keep it balanced with a serving of green veggies and lots of spice to help you digest richer foods.
6. Stay hydrated, drink 8-10 glasses of water each day.
7. Boost your immunity with antioxidants such as green tea and citrus fruits such as lemons, limes, and pomegranates.
8. Stay stress free. Stress can be a contributor to a weak immune system and getting ill. Limit the stress in your life and practice positive ways to deal with it, such as yoga and mediation.