Betty Crocker Healthy Heart Cookbook (Betty Crocker Books)
If you have a heart problem or a family history of heart trouble, you know how important it is to follow a heart-friendly diet—but it's also a great idea for anyone who would like to have a healthier lifestyle. The good news is that changing meal habits doesn't have to mean sacrificing convenience, flavor or all of your favorite foods. Thanks to Betty Crocker Healthy Heart Cookbook, eating well has never been easier or tastier.Written in partnership with one of America's most respected cardiologists and a nutritionist from the Bell Institute of Health & Nutrition, this complete resource is packed with over 140 tempting recipes plus information and advice that will do your heart—and your family—good.Foolproof and fully tested, the recipes are low in saturated fat and cholesterol, but high in fiber and flavor. You'll find irresistible choices for every meal of the day, every day of the week and every part of the menu. From hearty breakfasts and quick dinners to easy appetizers and smart snacks and breads, there's no stinting, even when it comes to dessert!Recipes include detailed nutrition information, including calories, fat and saturated fat, cholesterol, sodium, carbohydrates, fiber and protein content. Carbohydrate Exchanges and Carbohydrate Choices are also provided to help maximize menu options and dietary control for those with diabetes.Everything about Betty Crocker Healthy Heart Cookbook is geared to make life simple, both in and out of the kitchen. That's why a week's worth of complete menus is included to help you get started right away. And with the handy Pantry Planner guide, you'll always have heart-smart foods on hand, even in a pinch.Throughout the book, you'll find real-life tips and encouragement from people who are living with—or seeking to prevent—heart disease. There is also straightforward advice from cardiologist Dr. Roger Blumenthal and Bell Institute nutritionist Juli Hermanson on everything from exercise and stress reduction to low-fat cooking methods and meatless meal suggestions. Looking for information on heart disease risk factors and testing? It's all explained clearly and concisely, complete with a useful glossary of key medical and nutrition terminology for quick reference.So why not make a delicious change for you and your family? Follow your heart and enjoy satisfying meals with Betty Crocker Healthy Heart Cookbook.