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, promotes

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. Soak the B