Tag: Traditions
For Powerful Traditional Remedies, Know and Grow Medicinal Herbs (S) Sage
While sage is a splendid seasoning for meats, soups and Thanksgiving stuffing, its usefulness extends...
Unravelling the Mystery of Traditional Chinese Herbs: Lily bulb (百合 Bai He)
A lovely symbol of innocence, devotion, and renewal, the lily is widely recognized as a gentle, holistic...
For Powerful Traditional Remedies, Know and Grow Medicinal Herbs (R) Rosemary
The fresh, uplifting scent and flavor of rosemary has found its place in kitchens across the globe, but...
What the Heck Happened to Home Ec?
How many teens do you know that can plan and prepare a nutritious meal…maybe a handful? Of those, who...
The Spice That Crossed Oceans
It begins with a scent — warm, unfamiliar, a whisper of lands you’ve never seen. For centuries...
Unraveling the Mystery of Chinese Medicinal Herbs: Angelica Root (當歸 Dang Gui)
The Earth holds many mysteries, and medicinal roots are not the least of them. Among the traditional...
Exploring the Rich Cultural Significance of China’s Twenty-Four Solar Terms
The twenty-four solar terms are a cultural legacy unique to the East. Although this system plays a significant...
For Powerful Traditional Remedies, Know and Grow Medicinal Herbs (P) Pine
Whether it’s from the potent cleaning products made with pine oil, or the annual Christmas tradition...
Unraveling the Mystery of Chinese Medicinal Herbs (Part 3) He Shou Wu, or “Fo-ti root”
Why is it that Asians seem to age more gracefully than others, often keeping a youthful appearance well-past...
Garba: Preserving Indian Culture With Traditional Dance
I was recently blessed with an unexpected opportunity to attend Garba, a traditional Indian dance, central...
From Mundane to Medicinal, Ceremonial and Spiritual – Exploring China’s Rich Tea Culture
The seven necessities for daily life in China, as described during the Song Dynasty, were "Firewood,...
Eating for Enlightenment: Ancient Wisdom Reveals What Foods Support Spiritual Awakening
Historically, Yogis, Taoists and Buddhist monks lived very well — maintaining clarity, energy and mobility...