Digestion is one of the most important functions in Chinese medicine. We ARE what we EAT! So much of Chinese medical treatment and recommendations are directed towards healthy eating and digestion. For most of us, these principles are difficult to adhere to during the holiday season. Here are some … [Read more...] about Thanksgiving: Tips for Eating Well During the Holiday Season
Summer Should Get a Speeding Ticket
r Here we are, in the middle of September. Autumn does not officially begin until September 22, but, if you’re like me, summer “feels” over once we’re past Labor Day and the kids are back in school. Paul Pitchford, author of “Healing with Whole Foods: Oriental Traditions and Modern … [Read more...] about Summer Should Get a Speeding Ticket
Blueberry Couscous Pudding
1 pint blueberries 3 cups apple juice 1 cup couscous 1 teaspoon grated lemon or orange rind ¼ tea sea salt Mix all ingredients. Cover and simmer 10 minutes. Turn off heat and let sit undisturbed for 15 minutes. Spoon onto a platter and arrange into a … [Read more...] about Blueberry Couscous Pudding
Beet Soup Recipe
The principals of Chinese medical diet always emphasizes the importance of warm foods and cooked vegetables. Especially during the winter months, this principal has never been so important! I acquired the following beet recipe from a friend in acupuncture school. Over time, I've made a few … [Read more...] about Beet Soup Recipe
Cooking With Chinese Herbs
As a Chinese herbalist, I am often asked “which herbs are good to eat?” Well, that is a very broad question. First, different herbs are good for different things. We all have unique energetic imbalances and require different treatments. If we eat an excessive amount of “warming” or “cooling” … [Read more...] about Cooking With Chinese Herbs
