We all like to eat good food, and we all understand that certain foods enhance our health. In Chinese medicine, that concept is taken a step further, in that food is viewed as medicine you eat three times a day.
In fact, there is a saying that you should first treat an illness with the proper foods, and if that doesn’t work, only then turn to acupuncture and herbs.
Food therapy is an important and effective part of Chinese medicine, and for good reason—it’s inexpensive and can be practiced at home.
During certain times of the year, the temperature of foods can make a difference in how you feel and your overall health.