Our bodies are deeply affected by the changing external conditions of our local environment. We are right in the thick of summer, and with a major heat wave heading our way over the next few days, it's more important than ever to look at how we are taking care of our bodies. During these scorching July days, your body's natural cravings for the heavy fats of winter or the dry sharpness of spring have completely subsided. Instead, you might find yourself feeling the effects of