Five Grains : The Culprit and Cure of All Diseases
Bok av Lei Zhengquan
Synopsis: "e;Rice, broomcorn, foxtail millet, wheat and beans"e;, the five grains in ancient China have been given layers of meaning and encompassed more species over time. The five grains and miscellaneous food are the origin of life and indispensable to healthy diet. Long-time consumption of polished rice, white flour, fish and meat will result in nutritious imbalance, affect health and cause diseases. The book, based on introductions of five grains, explains their dietary value, groups suitable or not suitable for them, how to select them in the market, how to match them as well as alternative dietary prescriptions and life-nurturing recipes for everyone passionate about health and life.