The Complete Superfoods Cookbook: Dishes and Drinks for Energy, Detoxing and Healing by Michael van Straten

by Michael van Straten

Organised into chapters based on common health concerns, such as energy boosters, immunity boosters and circulation boosters, this recipe book contains plenty of salads, soups, main courses, puddings and drinks. Each recipe is accompanied by information on its nutrient content and health-giving qualities. Some of the dishes are specifically designed to heal common complaints, such as a cold or an infection. There are also six detox diets, including a juice detox and a herbal detox, an immune-boosting diet and a brain-boosting diet to help you prepare for a 'big day' - be it an interview or an exam. A round-up of natural supplements to pick you up or heal completes the book.

Genres: Cookbooks, Food, Cooking

253 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2007

About the author

Michael van Straten is an osteopath, naturopath, acupuncturist and nutritional consultant. He’s also one of the UK’s most respected medical authors, broadcasters and journalists and has written more than 40 books, which have sold over a million copies worldwide.

A pioneer of modern complementary medicine, Michael has cared for an amazing list of royalty, stage, film and TV Stars; Pop and Classical Musicians and Sporting personalities from tennis players and Olympic athletes to racing drivers and footballers.

Reviews

[Kristen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Highlights:

1. concise explanations of cleansing methods for specific organs ie. liver and kidney that list vegetables and fruits with each items cleansing contents

2. detox for a day lists

3. unique recipes ie. catnip chicken and yum-yum chicken

4. smoothie recipes that serve various functions for the body

[Mir · Rating 5 out of 5]

Why isn't this book receiving more attention?

Try: "Help, I'm a chocoholic!" on page 78.

At first the nutmeg seemed strange, but I quickly grew to love it. It's incredibly calming.

The recipes are simple yet creative. This is feel-good food. Gorgeous color photos.

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