Health & Fitness : Nutrition

Kastner's Chinese Nutrition Therapy is an excellent introduction to Chinese dietetics for both, students and practitioners of Chinese medicine. - I wholeheartedly endorse his book. Nigel Wiseman For millennia, the Chinese have taught that a healthy, appropriate diet is an integral part of maintaining good health and healing myriad disorders, from the common cold and morning sickness to heart disease and diabetes. more...

Price: $44.95

Bestselling author Karen J. Bellerson now brings her comprehensive nutritional expertise to carbohydrates, creating a must-have resource for any health-conscious consumer. The Complete & Up-to-Date Carb Book is the next generation in carb management, providing a quick, comprehensive way for savvy dieters to take control of their food intake and smartly manage their health. By learning how to calculate their net carb intake, dieters will not fall prey to the popular fads in dieting today. Bellerson includes information on calories, fiber and sugar grams, and total carb numbers for brand-name and generic foods, fast foods, processed and prepared foods, as well as natural foods and snacks. In all, there are more than 20,000 entries ranging from A to Z. The introductory material explains the glycemic index and how to use it, and the importance of fiber and sugars in calculating carbohydrate values. The strategies outlined here are easily compatible with The Zone, South Beach, and other balanced diet plans. more...

Price: $9.95

The definitive book on becoming a vegan—with recipes included. Becoming a vegan isn’t just about giving up animal products. It’s about making a lifestyle change. In The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Vegan Living, authors Beverly Lynn Bennett (known as the Vegan Chef) and Ray Sammartano provide a complete guide to living vegan-style, focusing on compassion for all, good health, and great eating. Inside, readers will find 50 sensational recipes, tips for everyday vegan living, the lowdown on vegan myths, and much more. -One of the few titles that combines information on the vegan lifestyle with recipes. -Being a vegan isn’t only about what you eat; this book also discusses clothing, cosmetics, etc. -Author is a renowned vegan chef. more...

Price: $18.95

" The Craving Cure is a wonderful resource for personal insight and transformation.". --Caroline Myss, Ph.D. Author of Entering the Castle and Anatomy of the Spirit. Free yourself from food addictions!. Excessive consumption of sugar in all its forms--including simple carbohydrates, caffeine, alcohol--can lead to weight problems, fatigue, anxiety, depression, and other mental and physical disorders. Whatever you are craving weakness, this book will give you the knowledge and techniques you need to overcome it. The Craving Cure will help you: Understand the psychological and physical basis of food addictions; Use affirmations, imagery, and relaxation techniques to overcome your addictions; Develop a healthier, more satisfying lifestyle--without feeling deprived--through the author's two-week detox program more...

Price: $16.95

Containing over 6,000 terms covering nutrition, dietary requirements, chemistry, preparation and cooking, hygiene, health and safety, commercial food production, labelling, packaging and public health, this dictionary provides clear, informative and up-to-date terms relating to all aspects of food science and nutrition. more...

Price: $20.00