description: Bestselling cookbook author Jay Solomon says the quest for a healthy life begins in the kitchen. He believes food has the potential to promote better health, provide energy, offer protection against a host of chronic diseases, and slow down the rate of aging.He also knows that food is one of life's finest pleasures. So in his latest book, Seven Pillars of Health , he provides readers with the tools they need to eat healthy and enjoy food. Pillar by pillar, this enlightened guide takes readers on a journey through the essential principles and virtues of the healthy diet. Each pillar is illustrated with a cornucopia of worldly and simple-to-understand recipes (from savory soups to hearty main courses), kitchen secrets, and good-for-you cooking tips.Pillar 1: Unleash the Power of AntioxidantsPillar 2: Discover the Goodness of FiberPillar 3: Treasures of the Secrets of Lowfat, Low-Cholesterol CookingPillar 4: Exploding the Protein MythsPillar 5: High-Flavor, Low-Sodium Cooking with Herbs, Spices, and Chili PeppersPillar 6: Power Eating with Complex CarbohydratesPillar 7: On the Trail of Vitamins of the Future Seven Pillars of Health is a comprehensive and integrated approach to eating well and living better. It bridges the gap between the plethora of up-to-date nutritional advice and the enticing world of gourmet cookery. The recipes and cooking advice are gleaned from a culinary career spanning over twenty years in the professional kitchen. About the Author Jay Solomon is the best-selling author of Lean Bean Cuisine, Vegetarian Rice Cuisine, Vegetarian Soup Cuisine (all from Prima), and many other popular cookbooks. He is a frequent contributor to Vegetarian Times and other magazines. Many relate to his motto, "Healthy eating can be a celebration, not deprivation." He lives in Ithaca, New York.
language: English
title: Seven Pillars of Health
titlecomplete: Seven Pillars of Health
ratings_count: 4
publisher: Prima Publishing