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Foraging in the Modern World: A Guide to Responsible Harvesting

A few hunter-gatherer societies still live on what they get off the land. But for most of the population worldwide, foraging is a lost art that disappeared a few generations ago. Fortunately, foraging is making a comeback. Foraging is the age-old practice of gathering edibles from your surroundings. It involves searching for fruits, herbs, berries, ...

Nathan Machoka

Dandelions.

Mushroom Coffee: Does the Hype Live Up to Its Health Benefits?

If you’re on the hunt for a more health-conscious coffee option, mushroom coffee is increasingly becoming the preferred brew of choice. But does drinking it actually offer any real health benefits? This article dives into the world of mushroom coffee to investigate its potential advantages, helping coffee fanatics decide whether it’s worth making the switch. ...

Mike West

A cup of mushroom coffee.

Did You Know Mushrooms Have Their Own Language?

Most animals, whether primates, birds, or marine creatures like dolphins, communicate using some kind of language. But did you know scientists have been discovering that apart from animals, plants also use their own languages for communication? According to a recent study, mushrooms use electric impulses transmitted through underground filamentous structures called hyphae, producing a kind ...

Armin Auctor

Closeup of mushrooms growing on the forest floor in autumn.

6 Foods That Boost Immunity in Winter

In the cold winter months, people tend to become lazy, exercise less, and eat more. Their immunity is easily reduced, especially the elderly who have weaker health, and they require foods that boost immunity. Immunity is a human defense mechanism that can help us resist viruses and reduce illness. Therefore, it is very important to ...

Hermann Rohr

A plate of roasted vegetables on a napkin on a table.

Traditional Chinese Medicine: 5 Foods Recommended for Women

With so many healthy diet theories flying around these days, it can be hard to know what is actually good for your body. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has a completely different view of food, one that’s been established for thousands of years. There are certain foods recommended for women. However, just like we all have ...

Emma Lu

Chinese wild yams.

Easy Fried Bean Sprouts

Serves: 2 Prep Time: 10 min Cook Time: 5 min   Fried Bean Sprouts (with prawns) is a fresh, light, and delicious-tasting meal I like to eat in summer. Bean sprouts are one of those ingredients where it is just so simple to grow your own and they can be added to a variety of ...

Jenny Low

Fried Bean Sprouts with prawns.

Pandemic Hobby: Growing Mushrooms

Because of the global pandemic, many people have started new hobbies. One of the biggest new trends for people who are cooped up is growing mushrooms. Hobbies have an interesting way of finding their way to people. Even the busiest person can have a hobby. It can be anything from gardening to reading a book. ...

Armin Auctor

King oyster mushrooms with green herbs in a basket.

Foods That Nourish You in Autumn

According to the Chinese lunar calendar, August 7 marks the end of summer and the start of autumn this year. That means you should eat in accordance with the seasons to nourish your yin energy and replenish moisture. Dryness easily harms the lungs in autumn Lai Ruixin, Director of Han Ming Tang Clinic of Traditional ...

Emma Lu

Honey.

Winter Melon Is Good for Weight Loss and Is an Antioxidant

Despite its name, winter melon is tasty in the summer. There are some foods that it can pair up with. However, there are some contraindications to note when eating it which, if overlooked, can do more harm than good. Winter melon should not be eaten with the certain foods Ricebean Both winter melon and ricebean ...

Helen London

Winter melons growing on racks.