{"product_id":"the-tao-of-healthy-eating-dietary-wisdom-according-to-traditional-chinese-medicine-0936185929","title":"The Tao of Healthy Eating: Dietary Wisdom According to Traditional Chinese Medicine","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePrinciples of Traditional Chinese Medicine Diet\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe foundation of TCM dietary wisdom rests on several core concepts. One is the thermal nature of foods—some are warming (like ginger and lamb), while others are cooling (like cucumber and watermelon), and these properties can influence your body's internal balance according to TCM theory. Another principle is the Five Elements (Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, Water), each linked to specific organs and seasons. Eating seasonally and choosing foods that support the corresponding element is a common practice. The book explains how to recognise potential imbalances such as excess heat or dampness as understood in TCM, and suggests dietary approaches to promote harmony. It also discusses cooking methods, meal timing, and food combinations—for instance, lightly cooked vegetables are often recommended over raw foods for those with weak digestion according to TCM.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eApplying the Wisdom in Your Daily Routine\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo begin applying these principles, start by observing how different foods affect your energy, digestion, and mood. The book provides guidance on selecting ingredients that align with your constitution. For example, incorporating more cooked foods in winter or adding pungent flavours to support the lungs are common recommendations. This approach encourages\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vitamin4ca","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48339050365166,"sku":null,"price":63.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/vitamin4ca.com\/products\/the-tao-of-healthy-eating-dietary-wisdom-according-to-traditional-chinese-medicine-0936185929","provider":"vitamin4ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}