Strong Women Eat Well
by Miriam E. Nelson, Judy Knipe
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Author: Judy Knipe, Miriam E. NelsonEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 2002-05-07
ISBN: 0399527826
Number of pages: 288
Publisher: Perigee Trade
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Book Reviews of Strong Women Eat Well
Book Review: Good Nutrition Advice, Tiresome "Perfect" Family
Summary: 3 Stars
I have loved Miriam Nelson's other books, and eagerly anticipated this one that would focus only on nutrition, especially for women. The good news is that she does not disappoint in this area: solid, sensible information, with eating plans that are like those in her other books. LOTS of data, based on research, and split up into great chapters, like "water" and "calcium." If only she hadn't felt the need to incorporate her and her family into each section. I really got tired of reading about their perfect eating plans and perfect life with a community dairy, nearby farmer's market---and apparently no restriction on spending or time to buy and prepare food! While it's nice to practice what you preach, it is tiresome to readers who have to hear about the perfect eating habits of a family who dotes on tofu and fresh-ground corn for breakfast pancakes several times a week. And don't forget the sunflower seeds in your Sunday morning whole wheat waffles. On and on she drones, at least that is how it seemed to me. I was very disappointed and wondered how her editors let this happen.
I will keep the book for its sound information, but after reading it, I won't be buying more to give as a gift to others, which I did many times with her "Strong Women Stay Slim" book.
Summary of Strong Women Eat Well
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
"Scientifically sound, full of nutritional strategies that are easy to follow, and clearly written...essential reading for every woman." (Irwin H. Rosenberg, M.D., Dean, School of Nutrition Science and Policy, Tufts University)
A new book by Miriam Nelson, author of Strong Women Stay Young, Strong Women Stay Slim, and Strong Women, Strong Bones, is always cause for celebration. This time, the Tufts University researcher who taught strength training to women of all ages tackles nutrition--especially demystifying the science behind it. What foods improve health and prevent disease? What is the truth behind whether we should or shouldn't eat fat? Sugar? How do we choose among the 40,000 food items sold in the average supermarket? What about the tenets of bestselling diet books (which Nelson points out are usually by authors without nutrition credentials)? Government dietary guidelines? Nelson, with her able cowriter Judy Knipe, explains simply the truth about your dietary needs: water, whole grains, fruits and vegetables, calcium, protein. She lambastes the high-protein fad diet ("it does lead to short-term weight loss, but to the detriment of overall health") and sings the praises of soy. Clear, precise, practical suggestions for eating more nutritious foods will leave you knowing both why and how to eat better. Knipe's 61 innovative recipes include Cornish Hens with Wheatberry Stuffing, Fish and Corn Chowder, Puffed Cornmeal Pancake with Cranberries, and Barley Risotto with Shrimp and Edamame. --Joan Price
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