Food Wellness

A breathtaking one in five people in the U.S. has a health condition related to food—from disruptive sensitivities and intolerances to serious allergic reactions that can send them to the ER. These food-related problems are on a historic rise across all ages. And the spectrum of these ailments is wide and deep, with many tricky “masqueraders” in the mix to create a lot of confusion, potential misdiagnoses, and faulty or poor treatment—and suffering for millions. The good news: Dr. Ruchi Gupta, on the front lines of this silent epidemic, now shares revolutionary research.

We all have a story to tell about our relationship with food. Perhaps you've struggled with restrictive diets, yo-yo weight fluctuations, or a deep-seated sense of guilt and shame around eating. Or maybe you're simply seeking a more mindful and balanced approach to nourishment. Whatever your experience, this book is a starting point for a positive transformation. It's a journey of reclaiming your power over food, learning to listen to your body's cues, and embracing the transformative power of nutrition.

Many people believe that they are destined to lose their memory or even develop Alzheimer’s disease and that they cannot stop this inevitability. These people are wrong! It’s true that there is an “Alzheimer’s gene,” and that having this gene can increase your risk of developing the disease. However, the power to change how your genes affect you and control your risk of age-related cognitive decline is really in your hands! The secret is in the foods that you consume every single day.

The problem with traditional ways of losing weight is that they don’t consider the power of the human mind. If your mental programming is out of whack, no amount of exercise or dieting can make you lose weight. You may keep the weight off for a few months before you gain it all back.

Fermentation is an age-old process that has been used to take care of food and preserve it for centuries. In the modern world, fermentation is enjoying a resurgence in popularity due to the health benefits associated with it. There are many reasons to start fermenting. Fermented foods and drinks are rich in probiotics, which are beneficial for gut health. In addition, fermented foods and drinks often have a more complex flavor than their unfermented counterparts. And finally, fermentation is a great way to preserve food for long-term storage.

Human beings are getting fatter and sicker. As we question what we eat and why we eat it, this book argues that living well involves consuming a raw vegan diet. With eating healthfully and eating ethically being simpler said than done, this book argues that the best solution to health, environmental, and ethical problems concerning animals is raw veganism—the human diet.

Tired of battling digestive issues like IBS and SIBO without understanding the root causes? Frustrated with temporary relief from medications? Curious about your digestive system's impact on overall well-being? Discover how your gut microbiome, a complex community of microorganisms, affects your digestion and health. Imbalances lead to pain, bloating, and more, with far-reaching consequences throughout your body.

A leading brain scientist's look at the neurobiology of pleasure-and how pleasures can become addictions. Whether eating, taking drugs, engaging in sex, or doing good deeds, the pursuit of pleasure is a central drive of the human animal. In The Compass of Pleasure Johns Hopkins neuroscientist David J. Linden explains how pleasure affects us at the most fundamental level: in our brain.

The Plan - the instant New York Times and USA Today best seller that helped listeners pinpoint which "healthy" foods were making them gain weight - has helped hundreds of thousands of people slim down. Now nutritionist Lyn-Genet Recitas shares her groundbreaking new 30-day program that helps listeners create a customized diet and exercise plan to boost their metabolism and burn more fat.

John Bridges and Bryan Curtis have mapped out everything you need to know for any occasion, from dinner parties to tailgate potlucks. Whether you’re hosting clients for a business lunch at an upscale restaurant or corralling your rowdy friends for a weekend cookout, these are the fundamentals you’ll need to ensure you and your guests have a memorable time.

Release stress and anxiety naturally with this simple yet comprehensive nutrition guide that supports your mental health from Liana Werner-Gray, author of Cancer-Free with Food.

Did you know that one in five adults in the United States suffers from some form of chronic inflammation? This staggering statistic isn’t just a number; it represents millions of individual struggles against pain and discomfort, many of which could be alleviated through an ancient and modern transformative tool: diet.

What we eat matters—to us, and to the planet. Cool food is a game-changing new food category and way of thinking that can help fix the climate. This engaging and persuasive book will show you how to make simple choices, starting today—in the supermarket, in your kitchen, and in the world—to reduce your environmental impact. Hundreds of cool foods exist, but until now have gone largely uncelebrated for their climate-positive powers. Some of these foods may already be on your shelf, and some are just on the horizon.

Whether you're cooking for yourself or your kids, we know the recipes have to be spot on. That's why we've included only the simplest, most delicious, and quickest recipes in this cookbook. Every minute will deliver a snack or lunchbox item that will make cooking paleo for kids delicious and easy. We know your ancestors weren't eating this well!

Award-winning investigative journalist and clean-food activist Mike Adams, the “Health Ranger”, is founder and editor of Natural News, one of the top health news websites in the world, reaching millions of readers each month. Now in Food Forensics, Adams meticulously tests groceries, fast foods, dietary supplements, spices, and protein powders for heavy metals and toxic elements that could be jeopardizing your health.

The most powerful foods on earth are spirulina platensis and chlorella sorokinina. They complement one another in many ways, because they are completely different foods with different nutrients. Spirulina is high in vitamin B-complex, iron, calcium, and essential fatty acids such as gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), which is essential for brain function, bone health, reproductive health, and metabolism. It stimulates skin and hair growth and helps address rheumatoid arthritis.

Eating is an innate skill that has been overcomplicated by marketing schemes and a dieting culture. It’s time to leave the dieting culture behind for the whole family. It starts with the baby’s first bite! When babies show signs of readiness for solid foods, they can eat almost everything the family eats and become healthy, happy eaters in the process. By honoring self-regulation (also an innate skill) and focusing on a whole-food foundation, we can foster healthier children, parents, and families.

Discover the secret to nourishing your children and nurturing their relationship with food – it only takes 5 steps! Every step forward counts, and this book is here to give you the extra push you need. Help your child develop a diverse and nutritious diet, one bite at a time!

The Hunger Fix lays out a science-based three-stage plan that shows us how to break our addiction to False Fixes and replace them with healthier rewards. Fun fitness activities, customized meal plans, and delicious, satisfying recipes are designed to trigger the specific neurochemical cascade that stimulates your body’s reward system, reclaims your hijacked brain, and supports your lifelong recovery.

In The Skinny Gut Diet, New York Times best-selling author, public television icon, certified nutritional consultant, and digestive health expert Brenda Watson offers an insightful perspective on the little-known connection between weight gain and an underlying imbalance of bacteria in the gut, or what she calls the "gut factor" - the overlooked root cause of weight gain.