I often recommend squash porridge for breakfast over grain porridge as grains have a tendency to be inflammatory and mucus forming for those with spleen and stomach deficiencies. Why then, does Chinese medicine often promote the consumption of grains as a central part of one’s diet?. . .
Read moreJessica's AIP Pumpkin Bars & Pumpkin Plantain Bars | Gluten free, Dairy free | Acupuncture - Victoria BC
According to Chinese medicine food therapy pumpkin is warming and sweet, enters the lung, large intestine, spleen and stomach meridians, tonifies qi, and regulates blood circulation, cold, damp, and phlegm. Plantain is cold and sweet, enters the large and small intestines, liver, and spleen, and regulates heat, phlegm, and wind. . .
Read more2 Granola Recipes: Hemp + Chia | Gluten-free | Acupuncture - Victoria BC
The omega-6 content in hemp seed includes the healthy gamma-linoleic acid (GLA) and stearidonic acid (SA), both of which are anti-inflammatory in nature, credited with effectively treating skin disorders, autoimmune functioning, and circulation. Chia seed is high in soluble and insoluble fibre (4.4g per tbsp.): this along with healthy fat and protein will keep blood sugar stable for hours. . .
Read moreBenefits of Broccoli Sprouts & How To Make Them At Home | Acupuncture - Victoria BC
The high sulforaphane content in broccoli sprouts protect the body from environmental pollution such as air pollution, pesticides, and heavy metals such as mercury. . .
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