Food as Medicine

I have a deep-seated passion for dishes that are generously infused with garlic. To me, there's simply something magical about its robust flavour and alluring aroma. Garlic, often hailed as a super-food, is a cornerstone of Thai cuisine, elevating countless dishes with its distinctive zest and a multitude of health benefits. From comforting soups to fragrant sauces, garlic adds an irresistible depth that makes Thai food utterly captivating.

Let me begin by confessing that I’m not one to jump on the latest wellness trends with reckless enthusiasm. My skincare regimen is, to put it mildly, quite basic; it consists of the essentials, and not much else. I stretch whenever the thought crosses my mind, which isn’t often and I’ve dabbled with supplements on a very casual basis, having taken one or two at random.

Lately, I've been seeing Beta Glucans popping up all over natural health websites. Intrigued but admittedly clueless about what they actually are, I decided to delve deeper into this mysterious compound that seems to be all the rage in the world of holistic healing. What I unearthed was nothing short of fascinating. Beta Glucans, a powerhouse of bioactive substances, are generating quite the buzz for their wide array of health-enhancing and prebiotic benefits.

I vividly recall the struggles my wife and I faced when our son and daughter were just toddlers, refusing to eat any vegetables or fruits. Our daughter, in particular, had a strong aversion to anything green or healthy. It required a great deal of creativity and patience on our part to find ways to sneak in those essential nutrients. One trick that seemed to work wonders was incorporating vegetables like carrots, spring onions, and cabbage into Thai rice soup, known as Khao Tom.

Living in Thailand has opened my eyes to the incredible world of fresh food markets that offer a wide range of Herbs, which could very well be considered Plant Medicines. The vibrancy and energy of the Thai people never fails to put a smile on my face, making it easy to see why so many visitors are enchanted and end up staying longer than planned. It almost seems as though there is a secret ingredient in the food that keeps everyone happy and healthy... or maybe there is?