The Stomach in TCM is responsible for ripening and rotting of food. It is called the ‘sea of grain and water’. It’s function is digestion but this term should be taken in a much wider sense – the stomach ‘digests’ thoughts, emotions, worries and anxieties as well as food.
Stomach – TCM
Kinder chocolate likely to contain carcinogens
Kinder chocolate is likely to contain known carcinogens which cause cancer and is mutagenic according to the German health authority. Tests carried out on the chocolate that is famous for being marketed at kids as being tasty and ‘not all bad’ contained high levels of MOAHs (Mineral Oils Aromatic Hydrocarbons ), which occur when oils are highly refined. The European […]
Finding your life goal
So many of us fall into the trap of just working our way through life. We go to jobs every day that neither inspire us or give us pleasure but make life that bit more comfortable. Often, it is for those dearest to us that we keep trundling along the treadmill, leading a reasonably comfortable life and looking forward to […]
Ancient computer deciphered
It was probably the stuff of legends. An ancient computer so complicated only the brightest and smartest of the age could use or understand it. It was able to show the position of the planets, moon and earth. On auspicious days, it could tell the future. But only after a sacrafice to the gods and three days of cleansing.
Chariot
In the Chariot, we see a man standing in his chariot, holding a wand in his right hand. A crown with a star adorns his head, his shoulder armour is in the shape of the crescent moon. His chest plate has a white square upon in. His belt and clothes are engraved with magical symbols and his chariot has a […]
Parsnip Coffee
I like coffee. Too much. Not only is it an expensive habit but I’m not entirely convinced it’s good for you – particularly when big business gets their hands on it. Like everything else I’m doing, it was time to find an alternative that I could make myself and know exactly what had gone into my coffee. I present to […]
Hill of Tara stone vandalised
An iconic, 5,000 year old stone at the top of the Hill of Tara in Ireland has been vandalised. Paint now covers the Lia Fail Standing Stone and Gardai are investigating. It must take somebody with mental problems to undertake such an act.
Red Sauce
This is a simple and quick red sauce that goes great with pasta and spaghetti. Total time is approx. 30 minutes including preparation. As always, you get out of food what you put in, so the fresher the ingredients the better the result! If you are looking to cheat you can use a can of chopped tomatoes. Choose a can […]