On our journey of health and wellness many of us seek alternatives to western medicine recognizing that diet is a principal cause of many illnesses. A diet based upon nutritious whole grains, locally grown fresh vegetables, protein rich vegetables, can prevent health problems and rejuvenate the body.

Studies of the five-element theory, yin/yang principles of Taoist philosophy is a powerful agent for self transformation, showing the practical tools to develop the physical vitality and mental clarity necessary to accept our modern day challenges.

The Tao approach is about correcting imbalances whether in your food, body, or environment. Balance is achieved through the five elements, stimulating the vital organs through taste and activating life force energy. The five elements were considered by the Chinese as the five forces of nature that stimulate and shape all human and natural activities.

In Tibetan tradition, earth, water, fire, air and space form a Mandala, the Mandala of the 5 elements which make up our universe.

An imbalance in any one of these elements will affect the balance of the whole universe. Mandala refers to a symbolic image of the world in all its perfection, a world in which living beings, the products of the earth and the environment join together to protect life.