This is a question that only someone who is concerned with the nonsense that is “cultural appropriation” can ask. The answer is no, no, N, O, NOOOO! read more
Probably. Research suggests people in Asian countries who follow this dietary pattern weigh less than their Western counterparts. That's likely because it's high in healthy foods that keep hunger at bay: whole grains, vegetables and bean products, for example. read more
Today, many fast-food restaurants and western-style eating patterns have become more common in Asia. With these recent dietary changes, heart disease, obesity, and cancer rates have also been on the rise. Nutrition Facts. If consumed in adequate amounts, the traditional Asian diet contains all of the essential nutrients needed by most adults. read more
Secondly, in the eyes of some Asians, the act of eating Western is a status symbol. Eat Western food and others will see you as a classy, sophisticated and even wealthy individual. Too many plates of well-done steaks, decent fish-and-chips and juicy gourmet pizzas literally burn holes in the average working person’s wallet. read more