Strong Women Eat Well Nutritional Strategies for a Healthy Body and Mind |
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| Author:
| Nelson, Miriam E.
Knipe, Judy |
| ISBN: | 978-0-399-52782-1 |
| Publication Date: | May 2002 |
| Publisher: | Penguin Publishing Group
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| Imprint: | Tarcher |
| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | AUD $32.99 |
Book Description:
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Dr. Miriam Nelson clears away the misconceptions and myths-often fueled by the proponents of diets that focus on weight loss-and explains how to make the right food decisions. She offers sound, scientifically based advice, and shows women how to finally find pleasure in eating-and eating well. Included are-
- Why high-protein, low-carbohydrate diets are ineffective and potentially dangerous
- How to read and understand "Nutrition Facts"
- The formula...
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Dr. Miriam Nelson clears away the misconceptions and myths-often fueled by the proponents of diets that focus on weight loss-and explains how to make the right food decisions. She offers sound, scientifically based advice, and shows women how to finally find pleasure in eating-and eating well. Included are-
- Why high-protein, low-carbohydrate diets are ineffective and potentially dangerous
- How to read and understand "Nutrition Facts"
- The formula for determining how much protein is needed
- Advice on whether to buy organic
- What "fat-free" really means on a label
- The latest information on genetically engineered foods
- Advice on supplements
- 50 recipes
- and more