Have you ever finished a meal and, not long afterwards, noticed your stomach feeling tight, bloated, or uncomfortable? Maybe you’re dealing with gas, some cramping, or a change in your bowel movements, and you’re left wondering what you ate that didn’t agree with you. It can be frustrating, especially when you’re trying to eat well…
Month: July 2025
The Everyday Mindfulness of Japan
I remember one afternoon in particular. I’d ducked into a tiny café somewhere in Kyoto. It had maybe just a few seats, a handwritten menu, and soft late-afternoon light coming through the window. I ordered an iced matcha and a soft red bean paste sweet with cinnamon, wrapped in mist-warabi dough. They went together better…