Diets

Currently 868 million people are undernourished and 195 million children under five years of age are stunted. At the same time, over 1 billion people are overweight and obese in both the developed and developing world. Diseases previously associated with affluence, such as cancer, diabetes and cardio-vascular disease, are on the rise.

Explores how the traditional foods of ancient cultures can naturally help prevent and treat degenerative disease and chronic conditions

Sometimes referred to as a "miracle diet," the ketogenic diet has helped doctors treat difficult-to-control epileptic seizures in thousands of children. Coauthored by four respected experts from Johns Hopkins, Ketogenic Diets continues to be the definitive guide for parents, physicians, and dieticians wanting to implement this strict diet. Anyone who is placed on the Ketogenic Diet will be told, essentially "prescribed" by their doctor to get this book.

Dessert! Just the word brings a smile to even the seasoned cooks at Prevention. Who doesn't love the thought of luscious cheesecake, a warm-from-the-oven cookie, or a perfect piece of lemon meringue pie? But there's nothing enjoyable about creating a dessert in your own kitchen only to be dissatisfied with the results.

Without some trusty recipes, it's easy to fall into the trap of grabbing unhealthy prepared foods when hunger strikes. That's why the editors at Prevention magazine are always on the lookout for satisfying snacks and appetizers to keep on hand or put together fast. These nibbles are so tasty and versatile, they can do extra duty as light suppers or party mainstays.

Chicken is one of the most versatile, tasty ingredients out there; it’s the backbone of family menu-making. The challenge is making it flavorful and satisfying, not boring or packed with unhealthy ingredients. At Prevention magazine, we do love rising to meet a challenge!

The studies presented in this book demonstrate that a new concept in the management of carious intestinal disorders should be considered, namely, that common nutrients may protect or heal the mucosa by virtue of the particular form and mode in which they are delivered to the intestinal lumen and their availability to the mucosal cells.