Newsletter archives - Part 13
Thyroid Deficiency and Fertility
Thyroid function and fertility are interrelated. It is estimated that 40% of the population is thyroid deficient. Meanwhile, more women are experiencing fertility issues, particularly as many postpone marriage and childbearing and encounter the stresses of labor force participation. General Diet Guidelines for both thyroid health and fertility coconut oil, cod liver oil, fish oilsthese…
Mushrooms as Tonics
MushroomsTonics For Energy, Immunity, and to Help Relieve Chronic Disease Mushrooms, unlike other plants that are rich in chlorophyll that use sunlight to create food, live on organic matter, such as decaying trees and plant matter. Because mushrooms scavenger for decaying matter, they act in an associated way in the body to draw out toxins,…
Strengthening Foods from Chinese Medicine
In Chinese Medicine, all treatments ultimately aim at either tonifying Yin (fluids) or Yang (fire) or diminishing excessive Yin or Yang. Qi and Yang tonics work in pairsfor the spleen and kidneys. Qi tonics nourish the spleen/stomach and digestion. Yang tonics help create heat and digestive fire, which addresses chronic fatigue, sugar cravings, and when…
Foods to Strengthen Organ Systems
According to Chinese Five-Phase Theory, the organs systems of the body are associated with seasonal energies, colors, foods, and emotions and moods. Consuming too much or too little of a food associated with an organ system, or its mother or controlling element can lead to imbalance. See Five Phase Theory. The interrelationships outlined in Five-Phase…
February 2010: Investing in Stocks
To read this newsletter in its .pdf form, click here to download the file:February 2010 Newsletter. Thank you. Housebound in the frigid, snowy days of winter, I often think of starting up a long-simmering bone stock to fill the house with welcoming aromas. Winter is the perfect season to awaken the senses and nourish the…
Chinese and Western Tonic Herbs
Mushrooms are low in calories and high in vegetable proteins, as well as being packed with such nutrients as iron, zinc, fiber, amino acids and a variety of vitamins and minerals. The medical mushrooms described below contain polysaccharides that have strong anti-viral properties, stimulate the immune system, and inhibit the growth of tumors. Astragalusfor energy…
January 2010: The Gift of the Kitchen
To read this newsletter in its .pdf form, click here to download the file:January 2010 Newsletter. Thank you. In this newsletter: CookingThe Cultures Message The Gift of the Kitchen Zen and the Art of Cooking Yin/Yang: Time and Intention Shopping Guide of Quality, Organic Ingredients Recipes: Vital Choice Poached Salmon; Tropical Traditions Chocolate Coconut Cake,…
Excitotoxins and Brain Health
ExcitotoxinsTaste-Enhancing Additives that Disrupt Normal Neurotransmitter Function, Risking Silent, Cumulative Damage to the Brain Excitotoxins What Are They? What Do They Do? AntidotesWhat Can We Do for Protection? Over the last few decades, we have witnessed a dramatic rise of autism, hyperactivity, learning disorders, and speech problems among young children, as well as, for older…
Cellular Health: Cell Phones
Cellular Health: Ideas for Using Cell Phones Cell phones are a truly wonderful convenience. How many times do I recall when a cell phone instantly turned confusion and worry into clarity and comforttravel delays, a change of plans, coordination with family and friends. Cell phones are the glue that connects us, as we live in…
Snack Bars
Pathways4Health Nutrition Bars 1 cup boiling water Set aside ~ 10 minutes 1 cup unprocessed coarse bran cup honey or maple syrup cup coconut oil or melted butter Mix these 3 (or 4) 2 large organic eggs 1 cup grated zucchini (optional) 1 cup oat or whole wheat pastry flour Mix and add, to 3…