Orem Library

Dan Buettner's The Blue Zones (2008) identified the healthiest, longest-living societies on the planet. In this follow-up, he outlines methods for replicating their healthy lifestyles.

An updated edition of a best-selling guide draws on grassroots philosophies to highlight the benefits of healthy eating, in a volume of simple recipes that are complemented by quick-preparation tips and suggestions for adapting menus for young children.

"What is the "best" diet? Do calories matter? And when it comes to protein, fat, and carbs, which ones are good and which are bad? Food writer and cook Mark Bittman and health expert David Katz, MD, answer all these questions and more in a lively and easy-to-read Q&A format. Inspired by their viral hit article in Grub Street--one of New York magazine's most popular and most-shared articles--here Bittman and Katz share their clear, no-nonsense perspective...

"This title provides an educational introduction to trying new-to-you foods and testing out fun and tasty ingredients and recipes."--

The founder of Gauge Girl Training, scientist and fitness champion Christine Hronec, through years of teaching and research, offers a customized weight-loss plan according to five macro types for the best results based on your body, your metabolism, and your goals.

"Internationally acclaimed leader in the field of nutrition and natural beauty expert David Wolfe offers proven strategies designed to improve one's appearance, vitality, and health from the inside out"--

A one-month plan for transitioning to a healthy, ethical, and sustainable diet reveals food-industry secrets that contribute to illness, outlining strategies for implementing more satisfying, sugar-free nutrition from plant-based sources.

Describes how to replace modern fruits and vegetables, which are high in starch and sugar and lower in nutrients than earlier generations of the plants, with different varieties that have better nutritional value.

Many prescription medicines deplete the body of much needed nutrients. Readers will learn which medications deplete nutrients, and how they can maintain their nutritional health. Safe, natural ways to restore healthy levels of the necessay nutrients while taking prescription medicines is provided.