Wild game – General Wild game is a term given to mammals and birds that are hunted for food while they are in their wild state. Wild game is usually seasonal food. Many people find game to have a strong flavor compared to domestic animal foods, while others...
In contrast to the noble wild salmon there exists another, more commonly consumed fish, that in many ways does not deserve to be named “salmon”, since it has none of the redeeming qualities of wild salmon. Commercial farm-raised salmon is what graces most people’s...
This substantial meat builds blood and strength (balya). It’s strengthening qualities are ideal for weak, or deficient persons. Its oily and hot qualities make it the quintessential pitta-kapha aggravating food. Pork increases sweating. Properties Taste: Sweet...
Commercial lamb is typically given fewer antibiotics and drugs than other red meats, and often grazes on unsprayed grassland. Lamb kidney enhances the yang energies of the body, increases the Jing essence and improves the condition of the marrow. Properties Taste:...
Many fish now contain dangerous quantities of chemical toxins and heavy metals that reduce immunity and reproductive capacity. If fish is used, particularly for overcoming deficiency, it is best to obtain those from the least polluted waters possible, preferably near...
Egg (chicken) Eggs are suitable for the lean, dry, anemic and deficient types of people. The Chinese consider one egg sufficient for six people – as one egg has the potential of becoming a whole chicken. Because eggs are the product of the female hormone system,...