This delicious one-pot garlic and herb chicken thighs in rice recipe is a quick and easy rice dinner for the lovely springtime! This one pot meal is packed with fresh produce from the spring and summer seasons. Whenever possible, purchase fresh, organic produce (although frozen is good too). The Farmer’s Markets are a great way…
New Year’s Winter Detox & Liver Cleanse Soup Recipe
Many people like to do detox programs at the first of the year to reset their system after indulging during the holidays. While this is a great idea, it is important to detox appropriately according to the cold winter season. *This site may contain links to affiliate websites. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from…
How to Make Oatmeal Congee with Red Dates & Goji Berries
As a doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine, I love the benefits of oatmeal congee. In this article, I will teach you how to make oatmeal congee with red dates and goji berries and tell you about the amazing benefits! This recipe is ideal for those feeling worn out, weak, or deficient… this could be due…
Gluten Free Sourdough Pancake Recipe & The Benefits of Sourdough
Are you gluten-free? These gluten-free sourdough discard pancakes are going to fulfill all your pancake dreams! Plus you get all the benefits of sourdough! *This site may contain links to affiliate websites. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. However, this does not impact our reviews and comparisons. We try our best to…
Winter Season Food Guide- Traditional Chinese Medicine
As a doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Acupuncture, I love discussing how to eat with the seasons! In the winter months of December, January, and February, it is important to physically and mentally support your body to promote longevity and vitality. In this article, we will discuss how to eat during the winter…
The Best Beef and Cabbage Soup- Gluten-free, Paleo
This is the best beef and cabbage soup recipe for a cold night, cozied up by the fire. This easy cabbage soup recipe is nourishing during the winter season as we rest and hibernate until spring. This hearty soup was inspired by my mother-in-law, who passed before I could know her on earth. It was…
Easy Honey Baked Pear Recipe for Dry Skin and Cough
This easy honey-baked pear recipe is delicious and a natural remedy for dry skin, cough, and constipation. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), roasting pears in the oven makes them easier to digest and nourishing to our bodies. In this article, we will discuss the simple ingredients needed to prepare these delicious baked pears! *This…
Dairy Free Wild Rice, Shiitake Mushroom, and Kale Soup Recipe for the Instant Pot
This dairy-free and gluten-free wild rice, shiitake mushroom, and kale soup recipe is one of my favorite fall and winter recipes! It is made in the instant pot, making it an easy way for the family to have dinner on the table! *This site may contain links to affiliate websites. As an Amazon Associate, we…
How to Align with Fall Season- Chinese Medicine Nutrition
As the late summer harvest winds down, we experience shorter days as the weather becomes cooler and our bodies begin to feel the seasonal changes. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Autumn brings a new way of preparing and eating foods. This preparation guides the body into the new fall season, bringing support and balance with…
The Best Lactation Cookie Recipe! | Gluten-Free & Dairy-Free | A NICU Story
Updated Recipe 7/1/24 My lactation journey as a NICU mom My son was born at only 24 weeks gestation… he weighed only 1 lb 11 oz! He was my first baby, so I felt unprepared for everything. Being a new mom sooner than I thought, my first question to the nurse was, “Can I produce…
