Among the Japanese, who eat little fat of any kind, breast and colon cancers are uncommon. Studies have shown that when a diet contains high amounts of fat and cholesterol, intestinal bacteria break down these foodstuffs into substances that can cause cancer directly or that promote the action of other cancer-causing chemicals.
Buddhaâs Delight (Jai, Chinese Vegetarian Stew) A classic and festive vegetarian dish made easy. The vegetable stew is great tasting, very flexible, and quite practical for home cooking on a daily basis. This is a very long post with detailed instructions on how to create your own version of Buddhaâs Delight.
Traditionally, the Dongzhi Festival is also a time for the family to get together. One activity that occurs during these get-togethers (especially in the southern parts of China and in Chinese communities overseas) is the making and eating of tangyuan (æ¹¯å) or balls of glutinous rice, which symbolize reunion.Tangyuan are made of glutinous rice flour and sometimes brightly coloured.he origins of this festival can be traced back to the yin and yang philosophy of balance and harmony in the cosmos. After this celebration, there will be days with longer daylight hours and therefore an increase in positive energy flowing in.