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Sugar and Hormones
The immune system compromises the simple sugar. The refined white sugar triggers the release of insulin from the pancreas. When consumed daily the, the blood stream is always laced with …
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Macrobiotic Diet? The word “macrobiotic” comes from Greek roots and means “long life”. A Japanese educator named George Ohsawa, who believed that simplicity was the key to …
Kitchen Utensils
Pressure Cooker A pressure cooker is an essential item in macrobiotic cooking, especially in preparing rice and other grains. Stainless steel is recommended. Cooking Pots Stainless steel and cast iron …
“Rethinking First Foods.”
Introducing the following article about the story of “Rethinking First Foods.” Followed by projects. Assigned one project per session. Recently, Time magazine ran a story called “Rethinking First Foods.” …
“What is Macrobiotics?” Carl Ferré
Macrobiotics is the practical application of the natural laws of change. The term comes from the Greek; “macro” means great, and “bios” means life. It is a tool that allows …
“Benefits of Wet Cupping Therapy” Wafa’a Akl
While I understand the need to get the public interest, and with over 7 years of practice as a cupping therapist, I found a great deal between macrobiotic and …
“The Power of Macrobiotics” Julie Tara
Macrobiotics Today, November/December 1994, Vol. 34, No. 6 The power of embracing the macrobiotic way of life is really quite astounding. Born out of the Taoist view of seeing the …
“The Myth of Overeating” Don Matesz
Macrobiotics Today, July/August 1994, Vol. 34, No. 4 According to the most common view in America, being over-weight is a result of overeating, and those who are overweight are …
“Introducing Essential Ohsawa” George Ohsawa edited by Carl Ferré
Macrobiotics Today, September/October 1994, Vol. 34, No. 5 Foundation of Absolute Happiness For thousands of years, the saints, the wise, and the scholars have attempted to unravel and elucidate the …
“What Is Female Energy?” Interview with Dr. Martha Cottrell by Bob Ligon
Macrobiotics Today, March/April 1992, Vol. 32, No. 2 Introduction: Dr. Martha Cottrell is a respected physician who travels extensively lecturing on health promotion and disease prevention. She was Director of …