Goya ‘Bitter Melon’ – The Green Heart of Okinawa

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Gymnema Sylvestre ‘Miracle Fruit’: Eats Sugar for You
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Gymnema Sylvestre ‘Miracle Fruit’: Eats Sugar for You

Dogbane Family Gymnema Sylvestre Gymnema Sylvestre originates from India but is cultivated all the way in Okinawa and all subtropical and tropical areas in between. It has been used in Ayurvedic medicine for countless years but is used for one particular reason today. Two widely spread ailments affecting millions of people
A Different Kind of Ginger: Getto ‘Shell Ginger’
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A Different Kind of Ginger: Getto ‘Shell Ginger’

Ginger Family Alpinia zerumbet or Alpinia speciosa The Getto plant can be found in most Okinawan people’s backyards and alongside many streets and paths of the island. It is not just used as a beautiful decoration though. It is used for a variety of ailments, food, and makeup in Japan.
Do What We Have Been Doing For Centuries: Simple Exercise
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Do What We Have Been Doing For Centuries: Simple Exercise

People decades ago did not go to a gym or run marathons. They did not lift weights or body-build. They just moved their body every. day. You do not need to exercise as hard or as much as you may think. Sitting in one spot for many hours of the day
The Longevity Grass of Okinawa: Chomeiso
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The Longevity Grass of Okinawa: Chomeiso

Parsley Family Peucedanum japonicum Japanese plant native to Okinawa  Chomeiso (cho-may-so) is a well-known, traditional herb on the island of Okinawa but virtually unheard of outside of Okinawa, Japan. It is also known as ‘Sakuna‘ in Japanese, but there is no English name assigned to the plant due to its
The Symbolic Citrus of Okinawa: Shikuwasa
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The Symbolic Citrus of Okinawa: Shikuwasa

Citrus Family Citrus Depressa Japanese plant native to Okinawa and Taiwan Shikuwasa or Shikwasa (Shee-koo-wah-sah/Sheek-wah-sah) is a popular fruit in Okinawa. The word Shikuwasa means ‘eating vinegar‘ in Okinawan language. It is not only Okinawans who love Shikuwasa drinks and flavored foods, but also tourists from China, Korea, and all
The Popular Japanese Diet Ingredient: Kurozu ‘Black Vinegar’
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The Popular Japanese Diet Ingredient: Kurozu ‘Black Vinegar’

Kurozu – Black Vinegar Made from Fermented Rice The ‘Kurozu Diet’ is one of the most popular diets in Japan A diet based on consuming black vinegar called kurozu (koo-row-zoo) may sound strange and unknown in Western countries but is an effective, commonly used method of losing a few pounds
Hibiscus: More than Just a Pretty Flower
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Hibiscus: More than Just a Pretty Flower

Mallow Family Hibiscus sabdariffa L. Charming red flowers used in beautiful, tropical landscaping is an image quick to come to mind when the word hibiscus is spoken. Globally known for its elegance but not so well-known for its intense health attributes. Hibiscus has been used in traditional medicine across dozens
Fermented Foods: It’s Better For You Than It Sounds
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Fermented Foods: It’s Better For You Than It Sounds

Fermented Foods This country knows the remarkable effects fermented goods has on the body. Fermented supplements, drinks, food, and teas are offered in stores all over the country. Extensive research is carried out and articles are published all over the world proving the health treatments of fermentation on the human
The Tart Super Fruit: Noni
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The Tart Super Fruit: Noni

Coffee Family Morinda citrifolia L. Noni- pronounced: (No-nee) The fruit of the Noni tree has a strong, tart taste and is packed with minerals and vitamins. Noni is cultivated in countries such as Polynesia, East Australia, China, Philippines, Taiwan, and Japan’s Okinawa prefecture. It has been consumed in Polynesian culture