Table of Contents

Part One How to use this book: introducing the spleen; eating well - some general considerations, some specific considerations; how food is described in traditional Chinese medicine - the temperatures of food, the flavours of food, the routes and actions of food; putting this information to use - "The Dietary Tilt"; how to use this book - a step-by-step guide - examples. Part Two Patterns of disharmony: deficiencies - yin, yang, qi, blood; excesses - dampness, cold, heat, qi stagnation; blood stagnation. Part Three Fodd energetics reference chart: grains, vegetables, fruits, beans, nuts and seeds, fish, meat, dairy, herbs and spices, oils and condiments, beverages, common supplements.