Did you know that the apple contains 85 calories, has no fat or cholesterol, is low in sodium and fat and is a good source of fiber, potassium, and other vitamins and minerals? Western culture analyzes our food at the molecular level, just like we analyze our bodies to diagnose disease. Food and herbs are the medicine of the Chinese culture and proper diet helps maintain the balance of yin and yang in respect to our individual body constitutions, as the seasons change and as we age.