Culture and Food

by | Jan 24, 2013 | Food

I was recently interviewed for my take on foods enjoyed by different cultures. I’m half Japanese, half Caucasian. Though my mom is third generation Japanese-Canadian and though my family does not continue to hold that many Japanese traditions, cultural foods...
My Fave Granola

My Fave Granola

by | Dec 19, 2012 | Food, Recipe

I’ve modified a recipe I found in Alive Magazine for homemade granola. It’s easy to make and great to keep on hand for breakfast or a snack. Granola Recipe 5 cups rolled oats 2 cups raw almonds, chopped (I buy them whole and use my food processor or...
Which Fruit Wears Its Own Little Crown?

Which Fruit Wears Its Own Little Crown?

by | Dec 19, 2012 | Food

Which fruit has a gem named after it? Which fruit is known as the “fruit of the dead” by Greek myths; represents prosperity to the Egyptians; is believed by some Jewish scholars to be the “forbidden fruit” from the Garden of Eden, not the...

Raw versus Cooked

by | Dec 14, 2012 | Food

I have recently been asked by a few patients: “What do you think of the raw food diet?” A raw food diet generally consists mostly of vegetables, fruits, sprouts, seaweed, nuts, seeds, grains, and beans. Raw foodists do not use a stove or oven to cook their...

Which herb is named after the word “nail”?

by | Nov 28, 2012 | Food

Hint #1: This herb has been used in dentistry. Hint #2: You might find this herb in some over-the-counter sore throat sprays and mouthwashes. Hint #3 (though this one might actually throw you off): It is actually a pink flower bud before it is dried.   Do you...