by happyass » 05 Dec 2007, 13:31
Hey there normalcywanted!!!!!
Ah to sum up macrobiotics would be like almost comparing it to becoming a vegetarian. However, there are some fun things you can do with macrobiotics as it is more flexible with meat - if you can, eat mostly fish and chicken rather than red meats. Also eggs are okay but you will rarely see it in macro books.
In a nutshell:
1. eat plenty of whole grains/tofu/seitan/tempeh
2. eat locally grown foods AND those that are in season
3. avoid processed, refined, heavily made with white sugars, white flours, hydrogentated items
3a. avoid dairy. use soy milk or best, amazake or EdenBlend (soy + amazake)
4. drink water, green tea, kukicha and bancha teas
5. cook your meals so that you have a little of each on your plate: high heated / warm / steamed / cold / boiled
6. eat plenty of fresh veggies and fruits that are locally grown and in season
7. avoid using a microwave or anything electrical to cook with
8. concentrate on eating mostly moist and warm to hot foods rather than cold and harsh/dried out foods
there are a few good books that i would recommend getting:
the macrobiotic way by michio kushi
the hip chick's guide to macrobiotics by jessica porter
the modern-day macrobiotic by simon browne
these three will give you all the information and knowledge to help you get down and serious even if it is little steps at a time!
good luck!