by Little Sage | Dec 26, 2024 | Food as Medicine, Holistic Remedies, Nutrition, Traditional East Asian Medicine, Women's Health
Every holiday season, my neighbor would generously share bagfuls of guavas from their bountiful garden. Initially, I was at a loss, unsure of how to use these vibrant fruits. They sat on my kitchen counter, their sweet aroma filling the room, as I pondered over what...
by Little Sage | Nov 29, 2024 | Holistic Remedies, Nutrition, Recipes, Traditional East Asian Medicine
Thinking of what to do with that leftover turkey?🦃 For the past few years, I’ve been turning leftover turkey bones into one of the most flavorful and nourishing broths. It’s a simple process that results in a rich, satisfying soup you’ll want to enjoy long after the...
by Little Sage | Oct 24, 2024 | Nutrition, Recipes
As the holiday season approaches, many of us find ourselves surrounded by temptations in the form of candy and sweet treats, starting with Halloween. For those committed to maintaining a healthy lifestyle, this can be a particularly tricky time of year. However, by...
by Melissa Roxas | Jun 26, 2024 | Food as Medicine, Herbal medicine, Nutrition, Traditional Chinese medicine, Traditional East Asian Medicine
In Traditional East Asian Medicine, the summer season is associated with the Fire element and the Heart and Small Intestine meridians. It’s a time of peak activity, growth, and energy when it’s essential to balance the body’s internal heat with...
by Little Sage | Jun 6, 2024 | Food as Medicine, Nutrition, Recipes, Self-Care, Stress Relief, Traditional East Asian Medicine
The weather is turning warmer signaling the coming of summer. Herbal infusions are a fun, tasty, and easy way to stay cool as we head into summer. Herbal teas are like nature’s secret potion for keeping you healthy. These teas are filled with good stuff like...
by Melissa Roxas | Dec 14, 2023 | Food as Medicine, Inspiration, Nutrition, Recipes
In my last blog, I shared the health benefits of guava. Our wonderful neighbor brings us bags full almost every other day of guavas during this time of year. Not wanting to waste this bountiful gift, I found myself trying different guava recipes. I’d like to share...
