Anybody who has worked with me knows that healing the gut is a big part of East Asian Medicine (EAM). In order for the body and mind to function properly, we have to receive and assimilate the proper nutrients. When…
Dairy is a natural food produced by cows to feed and fatten up their calves. Humans did not start drinking milk and eating dairy until the agricultural revolution about 10,000 years ago. In fact, humans are the only species that…
One of the secrets to the longevity of the Asian community is that they have always paid close attention to the seasons, particularly the availability of specific foods. And until the 1950’s, most people around the world also were subject…
It’s no secret that St. Patrick’s Day is the day when everyone is Irish, everyone wears green and many people consume green food and drink (looking at you green beer). And it also goes without saying that St. Patrick’s Day…
The lack of vegetable intake in the United States is something I see in my clinic on a regular basis. I hear it all the time, “I don’t like vegetables”. And while it’s ok to not “like” vegetables, it’s not…
Tea is a normal everyday beverage that is consumed by about 90% of the world’s population. Natural teas first originated in China as a medicinal drink and were popular among the Tang dynasty, which lead to its further spread to world population. After…
If you’ve ever traveled to China, you may have noticed that turkey is not a food that is normally consumed. Part of this is because the turkey is not native to the area. But more importantly, the Chinese do not…
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Well, it is for me. And while many people aren’t so keen on this time of year, there are still some wonderful things about fall that shouldn’t be overlooked. One of those…
The term “natural flavors” can be spotted in the ingredients for pretty much any packaged food nowadays, but what does this vague term really mean? Well, the truth about natural flavors is a little more complicated than the FDA will have…
As the transition into autumn occurs, so too can the flare ups of the common cold, influenza, allergies and more. There are several factors that can affect lung health, including physical activity levels, genetics and environmental conditions. Diet also plays…