I have studied from the Macrobiotic masters, such as Michio & Aveline Kushi, George Oshawa, Denny Waxman, Warren Kramer and the like for more than 30 years.

Great ideas in 1970. Many hold true today. But the world does change. For instance, we can no longer rely on all areas of Japan as excellent food sources since Fukishima.

Also, with GMOs, pesticides, sugar and sodium being loaded into foods at an all-time high, we need to question all recipes and be careful.

There has been an explosion of autism, and many neurological and immune disorders lately, and these require special consideration.

Finally, new ideas come into play. Some healers and authors such as Mark Mincolla have come into vogue, and their ideas run counter to Macrobiotics in terms of fermented foods, nuts, corn and mushrooms.

The important thing is that we continue to think for ourselves, and listen to our bodies, as we experiment from day to day with food and lifestyle, and learn new methods and theories from the experts.

May your holidays be great!