In Praise of Grains
In Praise Of Grains With so much food variety today—and so many people’s health sabotaged by their food choices—one thing we can count on...
Life Begins With Water
Hydration is often misunderstood, leaving us vulnerable to problems seemingly unrelated. The basics of good hydration are discussed here.
The Energetics of Kitchen Herbs & Spices
The Energetics of Kitchen Herbs & Spices (An Introduction to a Large Subject) Spices are a very special part of the diet, and...
Diet for Spring Cleansing
Spring eating is about cleansing the residue of heavier foods we needed during winter. Good spring eating also supports the fresh energy...
Congee and Wet Breakfasts for Health
Hydration is key to good health, and wet breakfasts are an often forgotten key to good hydration. Wet breakfasts—porridges and...
Vegetarian Cooking For Winter
What can vegetarians eat to stay warm in winter? We hear so much about the warming qualities of animal foods, particularly in soups or...
Winter Eating to Keep Warm
I’ve just returned from a couple weeks in Paris (playing concerts, seeing art, eating food). It was winter in Paris—a bit rainy, damp,...
Bone Broth Finds the Spotlight
It feels funny to be riding a trend. I’m used to being off to the side in matters of health and food thinking. But today, I laughed...
Talking About Food
As my food book continues to take shape, section after section, I will periodically post food thoughts and experiences here. The point...