Building Resilience Through Food: Nourishing Qi, Blood, and Jing
Recovering from trauma is no small task, and developing resilience following trying events can tax us greatly. The good news is that food can be a great ally throughout this process. Three major “building blocks” in Daoist healing serve as the foundation of our vitality and resilience: qi, blood, and jing. Particularly in light of […]
Using Food to Calm the Nervous System: Basic Daoist Principles
You know how difficult it can be to feel settled, grounded, and calm if you’ve dealt with trauma, anxiety, or simply overwhelming stress. Right on your plate, food is one of the most effective tools for supporting the nervous system. Food in Daoist nutrition is more than just fuel; it’s a means of balancing the […]
Why Daoist Nutrition Discourages Cold Foods: A Blend of Tradition and Science
If you’ve ever been advised against consuming cold foods and beverages by a Daoist healing arts or Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practitioner, you could have questioned: what’s the big deal? After all, we live in a world where it’s completely normal to grab a cold salad or iced coffee. Actually, this goes beyond mere ancient […]