Energized Eating’s Blog

Of course here we are physically far from the heart of
the conflict in the middle east here in Australia but the ripples are felt throughout the globe.

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For healing focused plans. it is best to prepare fish in moist dishes
eg
soups and stews and not bake too much or too often. For general
purposes
grilling and occasionally barbequed dishes can add variety. Although
when fish is commonly served these days it is considered the main
course, as part of macrobiotic/wholefood/health supportive eating plan,
it is included as a side dish and balanced with a largre portion of
vegetables and whole grains. For thos who avoid fish, tofu, tmepeh and
seitan can be substituted in
many cases. Experiment with these ideas…

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No nightshades in your eating plan? Craving a rich, red sauce for pasta,
veggie burgers, cabbage rolls or a velvety tangy soup but avoid "love
apples" (nickname for tomato) for health reasons? Look no further than
this nomato sauce to brighten up any meal. Not only is it deeply
satisfying, it is actually full of strengthening vegetables which
promote balance.

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We are often told that cooking vegetables destroys nutrients. However that is only one side of the story! While raw foods have their place, it is often the alchemy of cooking that actually liberates nutrients, antioxidants, phytochemicals, vitamins and minerals for optimum bioavailability and absorption.

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The umeboshi is truly a miracle of nature. Much has been said and
written about this little pickled, pink, shrivelled little plum
(botanically actually an apricot). It truly is a merging of extreme
energies - the very yin plum and the very yang salty medium in which it
is pickled. It has remarkable healing properties with intense
antiseptic and digestive rebalancing effects. It also has a profound
impact on the quality of the blood. It has rescued many people from
intense, acute or chronic digestive difficulties.

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