“Beyond Cabbage was conceived as a method of familiarizing members of the American community with local foods. The following guidebook is the result of investigations of local markets, discussions with members of the Beijing lay and scientific communities and referrals to numerous books on Chinese foods and cooking. This guidebook is not intended to serve as a cookbook, although it does contain some cooking suggestions. From the information contained in the book, it should be easier to adapt them for use in your favorite recipes.
I have been asked on numerous occasions whether it is possible to eat a nutritionally balanced diet while living in Beijing. As you review the nutritional contents of the various foods in this guidebook. I think you will see that there are nutritionally rich foods available. Whether or not you will be eating a nutritionally balanced diet will largely depend on how often you eat out, whether you regularly eat raw fruits and vegetables and how you prepare and plan your meals. I hope you will find this guidebook useful and that it will help you maintain the health of you and your family members.”
By Beth Brathaver, Registered Dietitian (Spring 1985)
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