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Understanding Gu-Qi: The Essence of Food and Energy in Traditional Chinese Diet

Dive into the concept of Gu-Qi, the "Qi of grain," and discover its vital role in traditional Chinese nutrition. Qi, the life force, is influenced profoundly by our food intake. Missing a meal for just a few hours can weaken Qi, while a full day without nourishment leads to depletion. Compare the traditional Chinese diet of vegetables, animal proteins, carbohydrates (like porridge), and grains to the American preference for sugary cereals topped with fruit. Explore the symbiotic relationship between food and energy for a healthier lifestyle.

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Understanding Gu-Qi: The Essence of Food and Energy in Traditional Chinese Diet

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  1. Eating in Harmony with Daily Energetic 组员：葛雯妍，李丹，王钦清，童景萍

  2. Do you know what is Gu-Qi? Human Qi originates with Gu-Qi，which literally means “Qi of grain”

  3. What’s the importance of Qi？ • If no food is eaten for half a day，Qi is weakened； • if no food is eaten for a whole day，Qi is depleted.

  4. Traditional Chinese Diet Vegetable Animal Carbohydrate Porridge …… Grain

  5. Do you know the Americans’ diet？ They used to having fruit and sugar on their cereal.

  6. Chinese American oat fruit rice sugar The difference porridge cake

  7. Thank You ! 组员：葛雯妍，李丹，王钦清，童景萍

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