This manual is intended as a resource for students and practitioners of
traditional Chinese medicine, such as Acupuncture, Shiatsu and Qi Gong. The
book details the energetic properties of around 300 common foods, and explains
the principles of Chinese medicine and how to apply them for daily use.This manual is intended as a resource for students and practitioners of
traditional Chinese medicine, such as Acupuncture, Shiatsu and Qi Gong as well
as for the general reader. The book details the energetic properties of around
300 common foods, and explains the principles of Chinese medicine and how to
apply them for daily use. This manual encourages the reader to know their own
body, in order to help themselves and get the best out of the information
provided. "Helping Ourselves" is not designed as a quick-fix or dietary
revolution, but is intended as a supplement to, rather than a substitute for,
skilled professional guidance. This book can be read alone or as an
accompaniment to "Recipes for Self-Healing" and "The Energetics of Food".
