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Category: Food energetics

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Is Fish Cooling or Warming to the Body? The Energetics Explained

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According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), many foods have inherent thermal properties that can either heat or cool the body. But is fish cooling or warming? The truth is not all fish are created equal; some, like whitefish, are considered cooling, while others, such as trout, are categorized as warming.

Is Duck a Hot or Cold Protein? Understanding Food Energetics

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According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), duck is considered a cooling protein, a classification based on its energetic properties rather than its physical temperature when served. This ancient concept suggests foods have inherent thermal effects on the body's energy balance, or yin and yang.

Is Carrot Cooling or Heaty? The Traditional Medicine Perspective

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According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), carrots are generally considered a 'neutral' food, neither predominantly cooling nor heaty, unlike other vegetables. However, its classification can be more complex, depending on the culinary tradition and method of preparation. This article explores whether a carrot is cooling or heaty.