Written by a registered dietitian, this book is a solid reference for the goodness that whole foods have to offer. There are no claims that supplements are necessary or that certain foods should be avoided. Instead, Grotto points out that if we focus on the foods we can eat, the less-healthy choices will work their way out of the diet. He is humble in the beginning and admits that he didn’t have an optimal diet or the healthiest lifestyle. This allows the reader to connect with him and have faith that he/she can indeed make positive changes in the diet.
The book is a simple alphabetized list of power foods, rich in nutrients, loaded with disease-fighting antioxidants and important omega fats—and surprisingly more familiar than you might expect. The book encourages you to gradually add these foods to your diet. Plus, each entry includes a history of the food’s origin, therapeutic benefits along with scientific research, tips for use and preparation, and an appetizing recipe from a leading chef or nutritionist.
It’s an affordable “diet book” that is not selling a gimmick or unsubstantiated advice. There is no doubt when you purchase this book that you will be motivated to try new foods—for health’s sake!
Karen Kelly, MPH, RD mettlercenter.com
