Zed Zha, MD, FAAFP is a family doctor, a writer, and a first-generation Chinese immigrant. She graduated medical school from Dartmouth and completed residency training at the Mayo Clinic Health Systems. Zed has always had a passion for storytelling. In her blog, she tells the stories about the amazing women in her ancestry and family, including her mother who "stole" her out of the hospital, and her great-grandmother who sacrificed her dignity to save a life. Why We Eat Fried Peanuts is based on the true story of Zed's great-grandmother. It's a book that celebrates family and honors traditions. For all readers, she hopes this book inspires acts of kindness, introduces kids to the Chinese culture and language, and provides a fun recipe for a family cooking time! And for Chinese American kids and their families, Zed hopes this book will help cultivate a sense of pride in their beautiful heritage.
