Review: The information in this book just makes plain sense - for everyone
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 03 31, 2014
Everything in this book is common sense information and is relevant for anyone who wants to have a healthy lifestyle, but I'd never considered the author's suggestion for serving a balanced meal. Half of the plate for greens, quarter for starch and quarter for protein. What a simple but easy-to-follow rule. And another simple rule - monitor your portions. When you eat slowly you give your body a chance to process the food; you give your body the opportunity to let you know when you've consumed enough. When we eat quickly or without thought we over-eat causing that bloated feeling.  One way around this problem is of course to be sensible about your meal servings - you don't overload your body. There are some delicious and deliciously-simple recipes here. And the author hasn't done it all for you. She makes suggestions of how to modify combinations but leaves you the opportunity of doing your own research. After all, we must accept personal responsibility for our own health.  The author points you in the right direction. This is a great book to guide you but without any preaching or must-do. She even advocates forgiveness when you've strayed. It's all about being informed and taking it slowly, one step at a time; just doing your best - and that's all we can do.