WellBeing

Eczema in Japanese women

A middle-aged woman came to see me who had relocated to Australia with her husband several years ago from Japan. While living in Japan she had followed a traditional diet and lifestyle, but since living in Australia her food choices had changed.

Japanese heritage

The traditional Japanese diet consists largely of fish and seafood (being the major protein), a range of soy-based proteins, a wide variety of fruits and vegetables both raw and pickled, lots of soups, seaweeds and rice and wheat (often as a tempura batter

You’re reading a preview, subscribe to read more.

More from WellBeing

WellBeing11 min read
Soothing Inflamed Brains
Inflammation can affect the brain, just like any other part of the body. The brain does have its own distinct immune system and protective mechanisms. However, when it comes to brain inflammation, it is your body’s way of protecting your brain from h
WellBeing8 min readCrime & Violence
Breaking Out Of Prison The Search For Humane Pathways
Many informed observers consider jail a blunt instrument that doesn’t work particularly well for most prisoners, while also a necessary evil for managing crime. In their view, spending more money on keeping more people locked up is not a solution. On
WellBeing4 min read
A Moment Of Zensi
Late last year, I packed my bags for a two-day escape in Mudgee, NSW, with my sister-in-law, Lauren. We checked into Zensi, a new retreat 15 minutes from Mudgee town centre. I had no expectations for the retreat, but I did have plenty of intentions.

Related Books & Audiobooks