Chinese New Year

January 23, 2012
year of the dragon 2012

Kung Hei Fat Choy! Happy Chinese New Year! Today Chinese New Year celebrates the Year of the Dragon. I am not Chinese and don’t actually celebrate this holiday, however, I do practice Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture and so I am
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November 7, 2011
winter black bean & sweet potato soup recipe

According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, winter is associated with the water element. This element relates to the kidneys and urinary bladder. Winter is the time to protect and nourish the kidneys and yin aspect of ourselves. Cultivating, nourishing and balancing
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November 7, 2011
aduki beans with winter squash & chestnuts recipe

Adapted from “Cooking the Whole Foods Way” by Christina Pirello & “Hip Chicks Guide to Macrobiotics” by Jessica Porter. This dish is also called ‘Pum Buk’ and is a traditional dish served for the Chinese New Year. Aduki beans (also
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