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Beauty is more than skin-deep; it comes from within - from the gut, to be precise. In The Beauty Chef, Carla Oates, founder of the natural beauty company of the same name, combines the joy of cooking with the science of nutrition, offering you radiant skin and robust health. More than 150 delicious and nutritious recipes that are gluten-free and mostly dairy-free will feed both your skin and your gut. Glamorous it may not be, but well-balanced gut bacteria can be the answer to glowing health and beauty. With every meal you eat, be it breakfast, dinner or a tempting dessert, you will feel and look better inside and out.
We've switched to low-fat foods, but are we any healthier? Research suggests not! Nicola Graimes in her new book suggests that now's the time to make a stand for fat - but explains that we have to be eating the right types in the right amounts for good health in the long term. Fat is an important source of energy and vital for cell growth, hormone regulation, cognitive development and supports good heart, gut and skin health. Nicola Graimes celebrates the 'right' fats, not only highlighting their numerous health attributes, but also their diversity and the enjoyment they give to our cooking and eating. Her book dispels many of the myths surrounding fats, including which fats are healthy and the ones to avoid. It also showcases the best ways to prepare and cook fats for maximum nutrition and flavour. With over 50 delicious and vibrant recipes covering Breakfasts, Small Plates, Big Plates, Sides and Treats as well as easy-to-understand nutritional advice, the book provides the complete package to sensible right-fat eating for the long term and not a quick-fix diet. The book highlights that balance is key, with other food groups, such as good-quality plant proteins and right carbs, being equally important. The Right Fat is a practical and inspirational approach to maintaining a healthy way of eating - it's time to revive our enjoyment of this valuable food group.
Very effective at boosting health, and a great substitute for a sugar-loaded snack, juices can have a fast and positive impact on vitality and mood. As fresh produce retains most of its vitamins, minerals, enzymes and plant chemicals that are usually killed off by heat in cooking processes, juicing is a great way to absorb nutrients, helping to protect against cardiovascular problems and inflammatory diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis. Juicing also fights food intolerances, removing wheat and dairy products from the system and does wonders for bloated stomachs. Children especially will enjoy the bright colours and fresh tastes and will never know there are vegetables hidden among their favourite fruits.
To eat wild foods, you needn't crawl through the forest or hunt your own game. Many wild foods are as close by as your local supermarket. But this doesn't mean that wild foods aren't worth the hunt. This book takes a big view of wild," including recipes and information on both foraged, uncultivated foods as well as looking at the progeny of wild foods more conveniently found for sale alongside their conventional cousins. Americans are increasingly concerned about where their food comes from and how it's produced, packaged, and marketed. Heritage breeds, Paleo diets, farmers' markets, and environmental and climate concerns all point to increased interest in foods that are as natural, untreated, and healthy as they can be. Plants, seafood, meat, and poultry are all covered in more than 150 recipes, and will serve as a historical, agricultural education for your kitchen.
What are you growing in your garden this season? Do you get carried away at the farmers' market, filling your basket with heaps of fruits and vegetables. Everything looks so fresh and tasty! Do you wonder how to prepare them in ways that will tickle your family's taste buds. Wonder no more...here's your answer! A delicious harvest of easy recipes to add more fresh produce and other healthy ingredients to family meals. Start the day off with Country Breakfast Pie and Very Blueberry Coffee Cake. For lunch, how about Roasted Sweet Corn Chowder and a basket of warm Ginger Squash Muffins or Easy Pan Rolls? At dinnertime, serve up flavorful dishes like Grandma Simms' BarBQ Chicken, Herbed Marinated Pork Chops, Baked Stuffed Eggplant and Sun-Dried Tomato Meatloaf. Round out meals with Grand Champion Broccoli Salad, Cheerful Black Bean Salad, Granny's Fried Green Tomatoes and Garlic Creamed Potatoes. For parties and snacking, we've included Raspberry Chicken Wings, Loaded Cauliflower Bites and other yummy appetizers. We couldn't forget dessert! You'll be proud to serve Glazed Strawberry-Rhubarb Pie, Blackberry Ricotta Pound Cake, Really Fabulous Brownies and Speedy Almond Bars to family & friends. Bread-and-Butter Pickles, Sweet Cherry Freezer Jam and other canning and freezing recipes let you preserve the freshest flavors to enjoy later. We've added lots of handy tips for enjoying fresh fruits and vegetables.
All the potions in the world won't accomplish what a daily dose of collagen may do. Now that collagen is easier than ever to find and use, readers need The Collagen Glow. It includes information on how collagen is harvested, what to look for in an ingredient list and how to take it to the next level with an easy 10-step plan.
'This is a fab book where science-based nutrition meets easy, joyful, flavour-packed foods.' -Melissa Hemsley 'Easy-to-digest nutrition advice, with compelling lifestyle tips woven throughout.' - Nina Parker Being healthy shouldn't be about trying to do everything perfectly and then feeling terrible when you don't. There is no one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to nutrition; every body is unique and everyone has their own imperfect way of eating. The Imperfect Nutritionist is your complete guide to improving key aspects of your health and wellbeing, including boosting your energy levels, gut health, immunity and sleep quality. Instead of telling you what you can and cannot eat, registered nutritionist Jennifer Medhurst's evidence-based approach to nutrition empowers you to decide what is best for your health while still giving you the freedom to eat the foods you enjoy. Part One outlines the 7 easy-to-follow principles that Jennifer believes underpin any healthy diet including: Focus on Whole foods Be diverse What the fat!? Include fermented, prebiotic and probiotic foods Reduce refined carbohydrates Be aware of liquids Eat mindfully Part Two consists of 70 delicious, enjoyable recipes that you will want to cook and eat, using ingredients available at any supermarket. The Imperfect Nutritionist is about adding more to your life, not taking away. Learn how easy it is to feel better, all while eating food you enjoy.
Anyone with food allergies, candida or chronic fatigue will benefit from excluding wheat, gluten, yeast, salt, sugar, dairy products and saturated fat.The book explains how eating the right kinds of food at the right intervals can help with energy-lack, elimination, healing and weight control.The recipes also support the body’s blood sugar levels to give us sustained energy. It suggests 6 small meals a day at the start of the regimeEven those with immune disorders, and/or cancer or heart disease sufferers will feel the benefit.Over 100 recipes with colour photo section
We've gathered over 220 easy recipes from home cooks just like you. Get the day off to a great start with Pumpkin French Toast...yum! At lunchtime, a big kettle of nutritious Farmstand Vegetable Soup and a basket of Cheddar Garlic Bread Sticks will warm everyone up on the chilliest days. On busy weeknights, 20-Minute Spaghetti, Green Chile Baked Burritos and Harvest Grains Chicken Stir-Fry are sure to please even the pickiest eaters. Jaclyn's Stromboli is perfect for sharing with family & friends...even pack it to go. On Thanksgiving, serve a splendid dinner starring Herbed Roast Turkey & Gravy. Round out meals anytime with favorites like Delicious Scalloped Potatoes, Creamy Parmesan Spinach and Autumn Pear Salad. Autumn brings parties for back-to-school, tailgating and Halloween, so treat everyone to Aunt Maxine's Cheese Log, Tasty Taco Tarts and Cranberry-Walnut Cheese Ball. For sweet endings, we've included yummy desserts like Nona's Frosty Apple Bites, Fudge Brownie Muffins and Kary's Pumpkin Cobbler...they'll love it! You'll find easy-to-follow directions using familiar ingredients, plus tips for making every occasion special and a collection of sweet autumn memories.
Incredibly simple, delicious recipes that encourage healthy ageing and boost immunity, based on Manju Malhi's popular Open Age cookery classes. Whatever your age, it is beyond doubt that an active lifestyle and eating a balanced diet is an important part of maintaining good health. It helps to reduces risk of disease, infection and other illnesses. But, above all, it can help you feel your best. As we get older, many of us find our appetite shrinks because our energy output lessens. However, our fundamental needs haven't changed. Even if you have a smaller appetite and require fewer calories, your body still needs the right vitamins, minerals and nutrients to sustain you. Manju Malhi wants to inspire people of all ages to enjoy the time they spend in the kitchen and view cooking as a joy instead of a chore, and she has been awarded the British Empire Medal for her work with Open Age. The Seasoned Foodie is a collection of dishes that are easy to follow and will satisfy both your dietary needs and your love of good food, however young you feel. Inside you will find simple, tasty recipes that pack maximum nutrition, such as: - Scandi-style Salmon with Pickled Potatoes - Herby Pumpkin Soup - Brazilian Black Beans - Jerk Jambalaya - Oat and Ginger Cookies This collection of delicious recipes that encourage healthy ageing and boost immunity make you fall in love with the kitchen again.
Stir-frying is one of the quickest and easiest ways to cook - and one of the healthiest, using little oil and retaining more nutrients than many other methods. It also requires very little equipment - all you need a wok, a knife and a chopping board. Learning what separates a good stir-fry from a great one, however, is not always so easy to master. Indeed, it is all about timing, knowing when to add what and how to get the best out of each ingredient. With tips on everything from controlling the heat to using the right oil, bestselling author Ching-He Huang has gathered together a collection of delicious dishes, simple enough for every day and with nutrition, taste and affordability in mind. Many are gluten and dairy free, as well as suitable for vegans and vegetarians, and include both Asian and Western ingredients readily available in any supermarket. So whether or not you eat meat, love carbs or prefer to avoid them, want something special or find yourself having to feed your family, Stir Crazy will do the trick.
Catch the wave of health and good living with this easy and delicious 21-day raw food plan. Mimi Kirk and her daughter, Mia Kirk White, developed the plan when they decided to team up and remind themselves of the benefits of eating all raw, all the time. They needed a plan that would work with their busy schedules, with meals that would fit into a set menu, but still allow them to mix and match foods. These recipes are so good, you'll make them again and again. Raw-Vitalize includes shopping lists, make-ahead prep ideas, and tips for eating on the go.
Going meatless one day a week is a great way to improve your overall health, help the planet-and make weeknight cooking fun for the whole family! The Meatless Monday Family Cookbook features more than 100 delicious, plant-based, kid-approved recipes perfect for busy weeknights, or whenever you feel like trying out a meat-free meal. From filling Lentil Bolognese with Spaghetti to Tex-Mex Stuffed Peppers and Smoky BBQ Burgers, these meals will satisfy even the pickiest of palates. And most can be made in 30 minutes or less! Chapters cover all types of meals, from Bountiful Bowls (perfect for lunch or dinner), to One-Pot Wonders, to everyone's favorite-Breakfast for Dinner. You'll also find great tips for getting the kids involved...which has a funny way of making them enjoy the meal even more. Find something for everyone with recipes like: Creamy Tomato Soup with Orzo Sloppy Lentil Sandwiches BBQ Chickpea and Veggie Bowls Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese Quick Peanut Noodles Black Bean and Zucchini Enchiladas Thai Sweet Potato Curry Cheesy Broccoli Stuffed Baked Potatoes Banana Walnut Baked Oatmeal Kick-start your week in a healthy and fun way with The Meatless Monday Family Cookbook.
Are you looking for simple ways to improve your mental and physical health and well-being, and bring back the hurray to your day? The Book of Health Hacks is a compendium of easy strategies and practices for you to add to your daily routine. They don't take too muchtime to do, and most won't cost a penny! Plus, each health hack has been tried and tested, some of them for thousands of years, andmany are backed by science. Kerry Sanson is a movement and massage therapist, a personal trainer, and a student of Eastern philosophies including Yoga and Oigong.She has helped many clients to make simple improvements to their fitness, nutrition and lifestyle, producing successful and long-lasting benefits. You can choose to add one or several health hacks to your day - perhaps you'll practice Face Yoga every morning, or drink YinYang water with lunch, or add Torso Bouncing to your breaktime. These hacks can help you be more mindful and give you more energy to win your day, one hack at a time! There are 40 health hacks tochoose from, you can mix them up or create a daily routine. Each hack is described in step-by-step guide or linked by QR code to aYouTube demonstration video. The Book of Health Hacks can help you change your lifestyle in simple ways that suit you. "I have worked with Kerry over a number of disciplines for 5 years now, and her impact on me has been huge. She really has collected some effective and beautiful practices from her deep delves into all things health and wellbeing. Her thirst for learning is boundless and we get to reap the rewards of her diligent curiosity This book is practical and powerful, a perfect gift for those looking for gentle self-work in a brash and busy world." Charlotte Church
What have you got that needs using up? Open your fridge or pantry, check what's in your fruit bowl, then dive into these pages to turn whatever ingredients are on hand into delicious meals, side dishes, condiments and baked goods. This timeless resource is packed with ideas and advice for reducing food waste and making great meals with what you already have, whether that's half a jar of tomato paste, a handful of green beans that have seen better days or a whole cauliflower that looked beautiful at the shops but now gives you the guilts. You'll find waste hacks, storage tips, swaps and shortcuts for more than 150 common vegetables, fruits and kitchen staples, as well as hundreds of recipes from the popular Cornersmith Cooking School. The Food Saver's A-Z is your new best friend in the kitchen.
Easy recipes, fast food, all healthy. Super Food in Minutes is all about real, fast and delicious family food that just so happens to be good for you! Donal's latest book includes 90 delicious recipes, and tips and tricks, for healthy home cooks that will change the way you cook. Using 10 ingredients or less, each recipe uses streamlined, quick cooking methods with minimal effort and maximum results that help you make the most of your time spent in the kitchen. There are clear nutritional breakdowns, vegan, vegetarian and paleo options for each recipe, and a clean cook-friendly design. With Super Food in Minutes, you'll have exciting everyday dinners, made with healthy ingredients at the core, on the table in less than 30 minutes.
The Paleo craze has taken over the world. It asks curious dieters to look back to their ancestors' eating habits to discover a "new" way to eat that shuns grains, most dairy, and processed foods. But, while diet books with Paleo in the title sell well--are they correct? Were paleolithic and ancestral diets really grain-free, low-carb, and based on all lean meat? In NOURISHING DIETS bestselling author Sally Fallon Morell explores the diets of our primitive ancestors from around the world--from Australian Aborigines to pre-industrialized Europeans. In looking to the past, Fallon Morell debunks common Paleo diet myths and points readers to what they should actually be eating--the key principles of traditional diets from across cultures: nutrient dense animal fats, carefully prepared grains and legumes, organ meats, carbohydrates like yams and cassava, bone broth, salt, and lacto-fermented foods rich in enzymes and beneficial bacteria. NOURISHING DIETS begins with a discussion of the basic principles found in ancestral diets and then takes the reader on a fascinating world tour to explore primitive food practices and beliefs. Each chapter will include recipes that make ancestral principles available to food lovers in modern kitchens.
In Tuesday Nights: Mediterranean, Chris Kimball and his team of cooks and editors at Milk Street deliver 125 simple, healthful recipes that are easy enough to tackle on a Tuesday night-but taste like they took all weekend. Drawing inspiration from Italy and the coast of France to Greece, Israel, Morocco, and beyond, this cookbook provides a fresh interpretation of Mediterranean meals that are as beloved for their health benefits as their robust flavor. Every Tuesday Nights recipe delivers big, bold taste and is ready in under an hour-with many ready in under twenty minutes. Using pantry staples and just a few other ingredients, these meals range from authentic classics to a treasure trove of new and unexplored recipes. Tuesday Nights Mediterranean is organized with the home cook in mind, gathering recipes in chapters such as Fast (under an hour), Faster (45 minutes or less), and Fastest (25 minutes or less), and will expand on the enduring popularity of the Mediterranean kitchen to help get dinner onto the table in a flash, any night of the week.
This practical nutrition and lifestyle guide provides women with the tools to build their own menopause diet which specifically targets the symptoms that are relevant to them. There are so many ways that nutrition can support a healthy and happy menopause, but a one-size-fits-all approach simply won't work. The reality is that there are many different menopausal symptoms and no two women have the same experience. Jackie explains how the menopause and perimenopause can change your body and how your diet can make a tangible difference to the way that you feel, whether you're using HRT or not. Each symptom section provides a range of targeted nutritional solutions, practical lifestyle advice and simple recipe tips that you can incorporate into your daily routine. A highly experienced clinician, Jackie specialises in providing real-world guidance to busy women. This book is designed to make the key information as easily accessible as possible and reflects her trademark practical style, which makes it the ideal one-stop solution for anyone juggling their menopause with the demands of a busy job and a hectic family life.
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