Autumn is here and the heavy soups and stews are beginning to sprout. Next to the warming and nurturing dishes, I need a refreshing salad that "Moves the Qi". This salad is made of mostly pungent veggies and herbs, including: Kohlrabi Fennel Red Onion Cilantro Broccoli and Mustard Sprouts Dressing was made of olive oil, crushed garlic, freshly squeezed lemon, mustard, salt & pepper. How much of each? However you like it! Therapeutic Action: Supports lung functioning, promo

Summer has not moved on (yet)...and other than AC, we need to eat light, cooling foods. Mung beans are super-food in Eastern medicine, being cool & sweet in nature, they are used to clear heat and relieve summer-heat, remove toxicity and promote urination. From modern medicine point of view, they’re good for lowering blood pressure, cholesterol, calming the nerves, diabetes and weight loss. In addition, they are a rich source of protein, fiber, folate, manganese, Vitamin K an

Black Eyed Peas are filled with goodies (27% protein, lots of folic acid, iron [2nd to Chickpeas], zinc, fiber, B1 and more). They are thermally Neutral (the whole bean is cooling) and Sweet in flavor, supporting the Spleen . Great in removing dampness, helps to lose weight and is another great summer salad. How to make it? Black Eyed Peas Cherry Tomatoes Swiss Chard or Spinach Capers 1-2 Curshed Garlic Cloves 1-2 Freshly Squeezed Lemons Salt & Pepper as you wish 1. So