Chinese Food Therapy, Translated
The healing food tradition China calls yao shan
We translate centuries of Chinese food therapy knowledge from TCM medical texts, practitioner interviews, and clinical research. Nine constitutions. Five flavors. Food as medicine — sourced from Chinese-language medical literature.
Discover
Three tools built on traditional Chinese medicine dietary principles and modern nutritional research. Every recommendation drawn from Chinese-language medical sources rarely translated into English.
Constitution Quiz
Discover your TCM body constitution. Nine types, each with specific food recommendations from classical Chinese medical texts.
Seasonal Planner
What to eat this season according to Chinese food therapy. Recipes and ingredients matched to the 24 solar terms.
Ingredient Lookup
Search any food ingredient for its TCM properties. Thermal nature, flavor profile, organ meridians, and therapeutic uses.
Recent
What to Eat After Antibiotics, the TCM Way: Rebuilding Spleen Qi and the Gut
A TCM food-therapy plan to rebuild Spleen Qi and gut flora after antibiotics: congee, warm cooked foods, fermented staples, and gentle tonics, with science.
Core Concepts
The foundational principles of Chinese food therapy — translated from classical TCM texts and modern clinical practice.
Important: Content on this site is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Traditional Chinese medicine dietary therapy (yao shan) is a complementary practice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making significant dietary changes, especially if you have existing health conditions or take medications.
Weekly
Seasonal recipes, ingredient guides, and food therapy principles — translated from Chinese medical sources.