HEALTH Protection
Eat hot food, such as pepper, fresh garlic, and lemon
You may be amazed to discover the origins of the health/HEALTH prac- tices. The “mysterious” behavior of a roommate or friend may be explained by reflecting on its origin. It is interesting to discover cross-ethnic practices within one’s own group, as some people believe that a given practice is an “original,” done only by their family. Many religious customs, such as the blessing of the throat, are now conceptualized in terms of health/HEALTH behavior. Table 7–1
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