Great Compendium of Chinese Health-preserving Medicinal Diet

Author: Huang Zhaosheng
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Publish Date: 2004-09-01
Features: Diet is a science, and the use of medicine is an even deeper science. Applying medicinal principles to diet is one of China's traditional health preservation methods—medicinal diet therapy. As an important component of traditional Chinese medicine, medicinal diet therapy harnesses the properties of medicinal herbs and the flavors of food to promote health. This book systematically discusses various aspects of medicinal diet therapy, drawing on extensive historical and modern dietary resources and long-term clinical practice. It compiles reliable, simple, easy-to-make, and cost-effective medicinal diet recipes, allowing readers to find recipes and prepare meals according to the book. Although not everyone can become a professional physician, by reading this book and understanding the principles of medicinal diet therapy, you might one day become a health and wellness expert. Medicinal diet therapy combines medicine with food, serving not only to prevent and treat diseases, enhance health, but also to improve beauty, prolong life. As the saying goes, "Good medicine should not taste bitter," and with delicious flavors, it can also enhance physical appearance. The benefits are felt after a full meal and the joy lies in the experience. It is a product of the integration of traditional Chinese medical knowledge and culinary expertise. Health preservation aims to achieve longevity and well-being through exercise, nourishment, and other methods. The scope of medicinal diet therapy is broad—it encompasses any food that combines medicinal herbs with edible ingredients. Medicinal diet therapy is a means, while health preservation and longevity are the goals. It also plays a role in preventing diseases, treating illnesses, and aiding recovery. The traditional preparation and application of Chinese medicinal diet therapy are not only a science but can also be considered an art.