Yin and Yang in food

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A traditional perspective on food

What changes when we look at a meal through the idea of balance? The book’s diagram places foods on a Yin–Yang scale within the macrobiotic perspective presented by the author.

Yin and Yang are traditional concepts. “Expansive”, “contractive” and a food’s position on this map do not measure its nutritional value or replace medical or nutritional assessment. The diagram alone cannot tell an individual what to eat.

The energy scale of food — Yin / Yang, English version.
The energy scale of food — Yin / Yang, English version.
Ilustrații originale - Paul Gabor Iliescu
Original illustrations - Paul Gabor Iliescu

An example that opens the conversation

Rice appears close to the centre of the diagram. This does not mean that a rice-only diet is appropriate. Variety, allergies, health conditions and individual needs remain important questions for the appropriate professionals.

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