1/8/26: Discovering Adzuki Beans - Your New Kitchen Superfood

Self-Care with Jean · Jan 8, 2026 · 8m

In this episode, I'm so excited to kick off the new year by introducing you to one of my absolute favorite ingredients from my macrobiotic studies—adzuki beans! These small, reddish legumes from East Asia are about to become your new kitchen best friend.

First, we'll take a quick trip down memory lane and recap the six elements of health we explored together last year—from building awareness and commitment to understanding alkaline foods, embracing seasonal eating, learning new cooking methods, and the power of mindful chewing.

Then we dive deep into the wonderful world of adzuki beans! I'll…