As comfort food goes in Chinese culture, you can’t get much more ubiquitous than congee. Congee is a rice porridge made by slowly cooking rice in liquid. Though there are innumerable recipes for how to make it, it’s really something that can be modified any way you like once you know how to prepare it.

Just in time for the holidays, The Old Fashioned mocktail! I find that using balsamic vinegar in mocktails gives me that “bite” that I enjoy in alcoholic drinks while avoiding the overly sweet taste of sodas. Balsamic vinegar can be good for you due to its antioxidant properties, which can support heart health by lowering […]

The weather is cool and crisp, the sun is setting earlier, and all of a sudden, you start to notice a dry tickle in your throat. You know, that annoying cough that can show up this time of year? In Chinese medicine we consider this ‘Lung Dryness’ or ‘Autumn Dryness’, and it makes perfect sense—fall […]

Fall is here, and you know what that means—it’s time to stock up on our Herbal Chicken Soup mix! If you’ve been in the clinic lately, you’ve probably spotted these packets near the front desk. This isn’t your average soup base. It’s a carefully crafted blend of traditional Chinese medicinal herbs that transforms ordinary chicken […]

Let’s Look at Oatmeal When a food item is stuck to a certain recipe or meal period it’s always fun to find ways of broadening it’s use to move into other areas. Think of zucchini or carrot bread, pineapple on pizza, savory baked goods like basil cheesecake or maple bacon donuts….or even pickle pizza…. Oatmeal […]

Going to the farmer’s market is one of the many joys of this time of year. If you’re Looking for a clever way to use up your farmer’s market bounty and add more vegetables to your meals this is it! What’s more, it nourishes your stomach yin – a key factor in healthy digestion, eliminating […]

It’s that time of year again, time to repost this great tip for re-hydration! We have all heard we should drink more water. There are so many reasons why keeping hydrated is important. Mild dehydration has been linked to fatigue, foggy headedness, and a lower than usual mood. Additionally, because our environment does have harmful […]

This salad is packed with nutty wheatberries, juicy tomatoes, and a zesty salted lime dressing. It’s easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time. Yields: 4-6 servings Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 45-60 minutes (for wheatberries) Ingredients: For the Wheatberry Salad: 1 cup uncooked whole wheatberries 3 cups water or vegetable broth […]

Forget heavy, processed alternatives – Whether you’re a dedicated vegetarian or simply looking to incorporate more plant-based meals into your week, these “meatballs” are packed with plant-based protein and fiber, keeping you feeling satisfied and energized. Roasted sweet potato provides a subtle sweetness and incredible moisture, while the quinoa lends a great chewiness. These quinoa […]

In Traditional Chinese medicine, eggs are thought to tonify Blood, and nourish Yin and Jing (our essence) – as well as help regulate blood circulation. Because of their medicinal properties, eggs can be extremely helpful in restoring the body and strengthening reproductive health. This recipe is a staple in my house – and bonus, it […]