Traditional Japanese Nutrition: prevent disease with these 3 habits

The Japanese diet has always been healthy and more nutritious, especially when compared to Western eating. What's their secret?

Being an island, their diet relies heavily on fish. That's the first ingredient in a nutritious diet. Seafood contains omega fatty acids that contribute to such basic functions as brain activity and hormone balance. (Americans- there was a good reason your mother made you drink cod liver oil).

Next, the Japanese eat a variety of vegetables. You will notice that a bounty of fresh vegetables make up a typical Japanese meal. They are usually eaten raw or steamed, which keeps them in their most nutritious states.

Last, Consciousness plays a big role: the Japanese make their meals a personal and creative experience. They fill their plates with colorful combinations and decoratively-sculpted pieces. (Eating a variety of colors also gives your body the variety of vitamins and minerals it needs). They put time and attention into their meals. Transforming them into art masterpieces is part of the eating journal.

If Western cultures like the US used these 3 habits in their meal preparations, we could rid ourselves of many preventable diseases!

To get a "taste" of 'Tokyo Taste', the first international gastronomical summit, watch this video clip:

Eating fish: healthy or garbage?

Is the fish you're eating healthy, safe and fished from a plastic-free zone? We haven't given this much thought, but now biologists and marine explorers are discovering that what we feed on depends on what they feed on, and that's not so healthy anymore.

Watch this video to uncover the whole truth:



What can we do to avoid ingesting chemicals, plastics, and other household garbage?

1st- We must all reduce the amount of non-biodegradable trash we create. We can't turn a blind eye and think it all just "goes away". It's crucial that each individual does their part to reduce household waste.

2nd- Reduce consumption in the first place. Take all kinds of reuseable bags to the stores. Think about all of the containers, bags and packaging that we buy with every grocery market visit. Bring plenty of your own bags. Buy in bulk. Choose products with less packaging and biodegradable wrappers. Eat less.

3rd- If you are concerned about the quality of your fish, then eat less fish. To replace some of its nutrients, take fish-oil supplements. Do Not eat more red meat if you reduce fish consumption: instead, eat more beans, legumes, nuts and other healthy sources of protein.