I’d like to introduce you to the Queen of Quick Cooking. She’s my alter ego that emerged from my roots as a registered dietitian/ nutritionist and fueled by my love of creating delicious and nutritious meals for my family. My mission is simple: Provide quick and easy recipes that anyone can throw … [Read more...] about Meet The Queen of Quick Cooking!
What Does Your Heart Desire? TCM and the Heart Organ System
The heart as emperor lives well protected at the center of the nation. No injury must come to the heart and as long as the heart’s function is intact, there is always hope of healing. Nei Jing Su Wen In Traditional Chinese medicine, the Heart organ system is likened to a benevolent, … [Read more...] about What Does Your Heart Desire? TCM and the Heart Organ System
Spring Has Sprung Barley Soup
This soup is as vibrant as Spring! Chewy barley, crisp asparagus and peas are nestled in a broth packed with umami-rich soy sauce and miso. Punches of fresh ginger and vinegar give this soup a “pop” of flavor. Feel free to swap in other vegetables like leeks and hearty greens or sliced turnips and … [Read more...] about Spring Has Sprung Barley Soup
Clean Green Soup Recipe
MAKES 6 SERVINGS • PREP TIME: 15 minutes • COOK TIME: 20 minutes Spring is a time for Green - Grass is growing, the leaves are sprouting and green vegetables are starting to become more abundant. our body benefits from the nourishment of greens! Greens are a great support for the Liver and for … [Read more...] about Clean Green Soup Recipe
Spring Liver Support
Spring is a good time for rejuvenation and change. It is a also good time to think about supporting the Liver. In TCM, the Liver Qi regulates the flow of qi as it travels throughout the body. Picture a highway system which flows freely with no traffic or congestion. The Liver Qi regulates this … [Read more...] about Spring Liver Support
Mung Bean Soup for gut repair
Mung Beans: the Queen of Beans in Ayurvedic Medicine "In Ayurveda, mung beans are considered the Queen of Pulses and a superfood because of these tiny mighty mung beans are chock full of micronutrients. Of the legume family, it is the lightest and easiest to digest, the least gas forming and … [Read more...] about Mung Bean Soup for gut repair