As a personal fitness trainer, I am always looking for common sense ways
to explain proper nutrition to my clients. At first I bought this book
for myself to help improve my running and get the most out of my workouts.
What I found was a book that will not only help an athlete improve performance
but has common sense nutritional information for almost anyone. Nancy
is a Registered Dietitian who cuts through the nutrition myths and lays
out a coming sense eating plan that works for almost anyone. If you are
looking for a new fad diet you won't find it here although she has added
a couple of chapters on sensible weight management in the latest edition.
Sports specific chapters include how to carbo load before an event and
what it really takes to add muscle mass. The book has over 200 quick and
easy recipes that help round out your nutrition plan. After you read it
you will wonder why you didn't take this common sense approach to nutrition
years ago. Even if you buy it and don't read it from cover to cover, you
can still pick up invaluable tips just browsing through and reading her
informative tables and charts. A great way to jumpstart your nutrition
plan by eating sensibly, keeping your body fueled and keeping your energy
up. - Michael J. Merlino
BBA, ACE, BSMI (CPFT,RES,SCS), Cooper Institute
As a dietitian, I am bombarded with the latest weight loss books! Many
of my clients come in with these books in hand ready to lose weight once
and for all with an "extreme" diet . The Solution is written by a Registerd
Dietitian who actually helped complete weigth loss research with "Solution
Method" in San Fransico. It's a balanced approach to uncover reasons
why we gain and hold on to weight. It discusses "six cures" including
nurturing and balanced eating among others. It is a work oriented book
that provides several journal topics which readers are encouraged to complete.
I use this book in my private practice with great results!! Try it for
yourself. - Amy Carlson, MS, RD, LD
The Fast Food Nation is a reality check on our nation's food intake! Do
you know what's in your hamburger? Although lengthy and in depth the book
offers a detailed account of the behind the scenes "junk" associated with
American Fast Food. We wonder why our nation is getting larger! Not only
does it discuss the horrific content of the food sold at these establishments
but it also recognizes the poor work environment and it's impact on our
country as a whole. Once you read this book..........you may think twice
before "driving through for your favorite burger"! - Amy Carlson, MS, RD, LD