Energetics of Food
Energetics of Turmeric: An Honorable Herbal Spice
Modern medical sciences are beginning to recognize its importance: there are currently over 3,000 scientific publications researching turmeric—all of which have been published within the last 25 years. So, what’s the health buzz about?
Energetics of Basil: A World of Flavor
Basil has an extremely interesting history. In some cultures, it has been used historically as a token of love, an icon of hospitality, and a passport for the deceased to enter paradise. In other cultures, it was thought to cause the spontaneous generation of “scorpions” in the brain by just smelling it.
Basil is a powerhouse full of antioxidants, anti-inflammatory phytonutrients, and anti-bacterial oils, so don’t let these tall tales fool you, basil should 100% be a part of your diet.
In Chinese Medicine, the 5 flavors are pungent, sweet, sour, salty, and bitter. The SAD (Standard American Diet) consists primarily of just 3 of the 5 flavors. Your diet should consist of a balance of all 5 flavors for optimal health. Balance does not refer to equal amounts, but to bring the body into harmony with your own constitution and the seasonal influences.