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Food is a story. It is science, medicine, culture, and memory woven together. In this section, we invite readers to explore the many dimensions of food through articles, reflections, and conversations.

Uri writes as a historian of medicine and nutrition, focusing on the Levant and on the works of Muslim and Jewish physicians and scientists. He also writes as a guide and consultant, grounded in practice, foraging, and cooking. The result is content that brings history to life, places food in its cultural context, and offers readers new ways to understand the choices we make every day.

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History of Nutrition and Medicine in the Levant
Articles that examine how ancient physicians and scientists understood food, health, and balance, and how their ideas continue to resonate today.

Food and Culture
Articles that explore the role of food in shaping identity, tradition, and daily life.

Nature and Foraging
Reflections on wild plants, gathering traditions, and the role of nature in everyday health and resilience.

Food and Society
Analyses of food as a social force, from sustainability and water use to food security and community health.

Personal Reflections and Storytelling
Stories from the library, the field, and the kitchen that open a window into Uri’s journey and philosophy.

Guest Voices and Dialogues
Conversations with colleagues and collaborators who bring new perspectives on food, health, and culture.

Why READ?

Our articles are not about trends or quick tips. They are about depth, connection, and perspective. Here you will find knowledge shaped by years of research in the history of nutrition and medicine, combined with Uri’s practical experience as a teacher, consultant, and forager.

We invite you to pause and reflect. To consider how food has shaped human history and how it continues to shape our communities and our health. This is also a space for dialogue, where personal stories and cultural narratives connect the past with the present.