What is a traditional Chinese Breakfast? Many Chinese begin their day with a warm bowl of Congee, a watery rice gruel that bears a marked resemblance to porridge. Congee can be sweet or savory; seasoned with everything from chicken to...
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Peace in Oneself ~
I'd like to share a lesson taught by the Vietnamese Buddhist monk, poet, and author Thich Nhat Hanh that I thought might be appropriate for the times: Please treat your mind as a garden. Plant positive seeds and water them...
Vitamin D From Sunlight ~
Is there anything more to say about Vitamin D ~ It seems so. I thought that I'd exhausted the discussion of Vitamin D until a patient called with his recent laboratory results and his vitamin D level was very low....
Chinese Astrology ~ Part III September
A great month for the Monkey - finally things run smoothly. Money luck is good so it's time to go ahead with those investments you've been thinking about. This is also the month to network ~ build a group of...
Chinese Astrology ~ Part II September 8,
The Dragon's Luck greatly improves this month ~ Unlike the Ox you may enjoy windfall luck so buy that Lottery Ticket. You may also inherit something of value. You are strong and competitive this month, so go for it ~...
Chinese Astrology ~ September 8 ~ October 7, 2009
On September 8, 2009 we will enter the 8th month of the Chinese Lunar Calendar. This is the year of the Earth Ox and is considered a well-balanced year. The Chinese believe that it is always better to prevent bad...
Heart Attack Signs in Woman ~ Often Missed by Doctors
Heart Disease Awareness Ribbon Study after study shows heart attacks and heart disease are under-diagnosed in women, with the explanation being that they didn't have symptoms. But research shows that's not the case. Women who've had heart attacks realize, looking...
Another Birthday ~ Fresh Determinations
Today is my Birthday. Since August 26th is also the birthday of the late Mother Theresa, each year I'm prompted to reexamine my life ~ making determinations for the coming year and trying to rid my heart of residual grudges.And...
Grilled Baby Artichokes ~
While summer is still with us, take the time to try Baby Artichokes on the grill:Grilled Baby Artichokes ~ Lemon Vinaigrette (see recipe below) 12 baby artichokes *2...