Congee (pronounced KON gee), also known as jook or juk, is a classic Chinese breakfast dish; I like to think of it as the Chinese version of oatmeal and more. It can also be used during convalescence from illness or during acute diseases, eaten at any time of the day. It’s a very nourishing and easily digestible food which can … Continue reading
Category Archives: Food as Medicine
One of our favorite treats in summer is watermelon. Good reason. The first time I visited China it was hot early June and cut watermelon was everywhere. It’s a great way to cool us down internally when it’s hot & steamy outside. Chinese Medicine Nutrition: Benefits of Watermelon Watermelon is a useful medicinal food in the summer, especially for those … Continue reading
Many of us have wholeheartedly accepted the idea that we need to drink 8 eight ounce glasses of water per day for good health. A good look at Chinese, Tibetan, Ayurvedic and Western medicine theories will all reveal this thought for just what it is – a myth. For years we have also been told that drinking caffeinated beverages doesn’t … Continue reading
Many people and cultures recognize humble chicken soup as a wonderful part of the cure for the common cold and more. Recently the idea of consuming bone broth or brodo for health has been trending. So why the big interest and what makes bone broth unique? Sometimes referred to as brodo, bouillon, broth or stock, all of these terms are … Continue reading
Many cultures see chicken soup as a nurturing food to help heal everything from the flu or a cold to restoring health post-partum. I see chicken soup as a collage that is endlessly changing each time I make it – lots of colors and options; have fun and experiment as you make it. The making is part of the healing. You can … Continue reading
Basic broth is a good starting point for healthy homemade soup or you can drink it just as broth for an energizing boost to your health and wellbeing. This is a time consuming labor of love but it mostly just cooks with no effort on the cook’s part except to look at it once in a while. An added bonus is the … Continue reading