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The Condensed Encyclopedia of Healing Foods

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Published: 28th November 2006
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JUST WHAT IS A HEALTHY DIET?

WHAT DOES THE BODY NEED TO STAY STRONG AND GET WELL?

From the bestselling authors of "The Encyclopedia of Healing Foods" comes this convenient condensed edition -- a practical, portable guide to the nutritional benefits and healing properties of virtually everything we eat.

Studies have shown that diet plays a major role in both provoking and preventing a wide range of diseases. Here, leading authorities on nutrition and wellness make sense of the research in an easy-to-use A-to-Z guide to eating your way to good health.

Boasting the most effective natural remedies for everyday aches and pains, as well as potent protection against serious diseases like Alzheimer's and cancer, "The Condensed Encyclopedia of Healing Foods" is an essential reference for anyone looking to make healthy eating a lifelong habit.

Acknowledgments
Preface
Basic Principles of a Good Diet
Human Nutrition: An Evolutionary Perspective
Designing a Healthy Diet
Safe Eating
Food Components
Protein
Carbohydrates and Dietary Fiber
Fats
Vitamins
Minerals
Accessory Nutrients and Phytochemicals
Compendium of Healing Foods
The Healing Power of Vegetables
The Healing Power of Fruits
The Healing Power of Grains
The Healing Power of Legumes (Beans)
The Healing Power of Nuts, Seeds, and Oils
The Healing Power of Herbs and Spices
The Healing Power of Fish and Shellfish
The Healing Power of Milk and Other Dairy Products
The Healing Power of Meat and Poultry
The Healing Power of Miscellaneous Foods
Food Prescriptions for Specific Diseases
Promoting Health and Healing with Food
Glycemic Index, Carbohydrate Content, and Glycemic Load of Selected Foods
Acid-Alkaline Values of Selected Foods
Pesticide Content of Popular Fruits and Vegetables
Oxalate Content of Selected Foods
Food-Drug Interactions
Nutrient Content of Selected Foods per 31/2-Ounce (100 Gram) Serving
References
Index
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ISBN: 9780743474030
ISBN-10: 0743474031
Audience: General
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Number Of Pages: 950
Published: 28th November 2006
Dimensions (cm): 17.4 x 10.7  x 4.0
Weight (kg): 0.413