This is a great recipe to strengthen the resources of the body, specifically the blood and the energy. When the body’s blood supply and blood quality are strong, there is more energy and vitality. This is particularly a good soup to make as the weather becomes cooler and you are looking for an immune system […]
Burdock Root is called ‘Gobo’ in Japanese and is often sold under this name. It’s cooked in a similar way to a carrot and looks a little like one too (except it’s brown on the outside and white on the inside). The taste of burdock is pleasant and a little earthy. In many parts of Asia, burdock is a normal everyday root vegetable that is seen as being very good for the health, especially for the liver and the skin.
Due to the nature of Clay Herb Pots, they require special care. Please follow these simple steps to ensure the life of your Clay Herb Pot: 1) Before first use, immerse the entire pot in cold water for 30 minutes to over night. This will allow the pot to absorb moisture before it is set […]
This recipe balances Vata, Pitta and Kapha Ayurvedic types. Serves 4 people Ingredients: 1 cup basmati rice 1/2 cup yellow split mung dal 3 tablespoons ghee 1 teaspoon black mustard seeds 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 2 pinches hing 1/2 teaspoon turmeric 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 4 cups water Wash rice and mung dal well. Suggestions: […]
HEART LIVER SPLEEN LUNGS KIDNEYS LIKES Beets Hibiscus Black cherries Black cherry juice Apricot Red Clover Glutinous rice Bitter greens Kale Chard Mizuna Collard Dandelion Nettles Lemons Plum Wheat Yams Carrots Yellow potatoes Salmon Sweet rice Yellow squash Winter squash Ginger Cinnamon Cardamom Date Millet Pears Pear Juice Rice Loquats Peas Black mushrooms Black sesame […]
Food poisoning can occur when one consumes spoiled food containing microbes that the belly is not used to. There are various remedies for food poisoning depending on the pathogenic cause. Some safe food-based herbal remedies are listed below: Umeboshi Plum (called ‘Ume’ in Japanese, & ‘Wu mei’ in Mandarin) has antibiotic effects against various bacteria […]
Mung beans (called ‘Lu Dou’ in Mandarin) are a very valuable remedy for detoxification. They are commonly used for skin toxins such as carbuncles, pimples, sores and ulcers. Mung beans are an effective antidote for the intake and overdose of many toxic substances, such as pesticide poisoning, drug poisoning and food poisoning. Mung beans also […]
Never Give up No matter what is going on Never give up Develop the heart Too much energy in your country Is spent on developing the mind instead of the heart Develop the heart Be compassionate Not just to your friends But with everyone Be compassionate Work for peace in your heart And in the […]
Inner health equals outer beauty. At In Good Health in Lafayette, CA, we’ve been giving beauty rejuvenation treatments since 2000 and are certified in advanced constitutional facial acupuncture. For thousands of years, Asian medicine has been used for longevity and the maintenance of the skin. Acupuncture and herbal therapies can boost both health and beauty. They […]
I love hot water bottles for warming the muscles and encouraging good circulation, especially the german ones made of odorless thermoplastic. They are so helpful for healing imbalances that are worse with cold weather, particularly during the winter months. Who knew that you can now buy a hot water bottle with a protective and cozy […]
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