Food is much different in China than it is in a lot of other countries. Then again, the amount of variety in food within China is drastic, since the country covers such a vast geographic area, spanning dozens of different sub-cultures, ethnic groups, and regions.

Eating in China can be a great adventure, even if you don't know what you're eating 90% of the time. However, there are some considerations to be made for your health, especially if you will be living or training in China for a long time.

Be sure to read up here to make sure you know what and how to eat (or what to avoid) to make sure you have the energy to train.