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RECOMMENDED BOOKS

 

Food Allergies and Food Intolerance, The Complete Guide to Their Identification and Treatment

Jonathan Brostoff, M.D. and Linda Gamlin, published by Healing Arts Press

As the title of this book implies, it covers all you need to know about the subject of food intolerances. It is written by one of the leading authorities on the subject and is recommended for those who wish to have an in depth understanding of the subject.

Gut and Psychology Syndrome

Dr Natasha Campbell-McBride

This book concentrates on the natural treatment for Dyspraxia, Autism, ADD, Dyslexia, ADHD, depression and schizophrenia but the way in which Dr Campbell-McMride explains the link between the condition of the gut and illness is applicable to most problems and is extremely well done. This lady is renowned for her innovative work on the subject and has won awards for this.

Fat Around The Middle

Marilyn Glenville PhD, published by Piatkus

As the title infers, this wonderful book is designed for all those who carry extra pounds on their waists and stomachs - the classical 'apple shaped' body. It explains why you are that shape, how to put it right and includes lots of helpful recipes to help you do so.

The Mind Body Bible

Dr Mark Atkinson

Dr Mark Atkinson is one of the UK's leading integrated medical doctors. His book will help you to identify which barrier is preventing you from achieving your peak physical and emotional wellbeing and then show you how to rectify the problem. This is a remarkable book and will particularly be helpful to those you are finding they cannot implement their dietary changes despite all their good intentions.

The Nutritional Health Handbook for Women

Marilyn Glenville PhD, published by Piatkus

Aimed at women who suffer from difficult periods, breast problems, thrush, infertility, cystitis, hormone balancing, pregnancy, fibroids, endometriosis, menopause, osteoporosis and much more this is a wonderful book not only for those with problems but for those who would like to avoid them.

Easy Wheat, Egg and Milk Free Cooking

By Rita Greer and published by Thorsons

This gives lots of ideas for simple everyday meals avoiding the above allergens.

Vegetarian Cooking Without

By Barbara Cousins and published by Thorsons

This has a wonderful introduction explaining why you should eat the way it advocates. The recipes are simple and quick to prepare - most of them can be frozen - and they are very tasty and imaginative.

You Are What You Eat

By Dr Gillian McKeith and published by Penguin

Some wonderful ideas for tasty, healthy meals. The recipes concentrate on using beans as a source of protein but it also includes plenty of ideas for cooking with fish and chicken. This is a good book for weight loss as well.

The Optimum Nutrition Cookbook

By Patrick Holford and Judy Ridgway, published by Piatkus

Another good all round cookbook with lots of interesting new ideas to help you to keep motivated to stay on a healthy eating regime. Particularly helpful when following a 'maintenance diet' once you have achieved the health level you are aiming for.

Erica White's Beat Candida Cookbook

By Erica White and published by Thorsons

This is a helpful cookbook if Candidiasis or chronic fatigue is a huge problem for you. It also contains helpful information on combating the condition and the menus are graded from the really quick and simple to the slightly more arduous to prepare.

Allergy-Free Cooking for Kids

Antionette Savill with Karen Sullivan

This book is a guide to childhood food intolerance with over 80 recipes aimed at providing meals that particularly appeal to the little ones.