Metaphors are powerful. They often define our experience and the world around us. When it comes to midlife, we often compare it to the autumn season. Just like autumn, midlife is a transitional time.

Do you ever struggle with stress eating or emotional eating? Well, when we are stressed inside, or feel really bad about ourselves, some of us would automatically reach out to food-especially sweet stuff-to soothe ourselves into feeling better. It’s known as “eating our feelings.” …

Recently, I read a blog post arguing that the diet and weight-loss culture is the antithesis of self-care. On the surface, it may be true. But the author was looking at the conventional weight-loss approach, which focuses on restricting calories and working out till you drop. …

In my last article on my health journey, I mentioned the Blood Type Diet. For me, getting on the BTD train is like hitting the jackpot, as it has resolved most of my ailments since I was a teenager, particularly digestive problems and allergies. Seeing that it worked so well…

The New Coronavirus outbreak in China and its subsequent spread worldwide has caused many of us to feel worried and anxious. Some of us might have gotten in a panic mode. All of these feelings are normal in the face of a brand new virus whose behavior seems highly unpredictable. …

Many years ago, I read an excellent article titled “Why your grandparents didn’t have food allergies…but you do” and found the author’s observations spot on. Originally published in 2013, the article contains kernels of truth that still apply today. It was recently updated, and I highly recommend a read. Not…

I once chatted with two girls who were my adult ballet classmates. They were both 20-year-olds attending university, young, vibrant, full of curiosity. The subject of our discussion was the Blood Type Diet. …

I just turned 48 last month. Unlike the old-fashioned adage that women should keep their age a secret, I’m proud to tell my age. In fact, it pleases me when people guess my age to be younger. Just recently, someone who handled certain paperwork for me was stunned to know…

In an article published earlier, My Journey Into and Out of Veganism, I detailed my health journey and what led me to adopt the Blood Type Diet as a lifestyle choice rather than a “crash diet.” …