Binding: Paperback
Dewey Decimal Number: 613
EAN: 9781440112294
ISBN: 1440112290
Label: IUniverse
Manufacturer: IUniverse
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 132
Publication Date: March 30, 2009
Publisher: IUniverse
Studio: IUniverse

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Editorial Review:

Product Description:
2010 Indie Book Awards Finalist (diet/nutrition/food category)

In this easy read book for women who are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, the fundamentals of a "green"--organic, animal-free--diet are discussed, in addition to nutritional guidelines for pregnancy without eating fish or meat daily, and ideas for removing toxins from your kitchen. Also included are more than 20 easy, tasty and healthy recipes designed to both provide optimal nutritional value and satisfy your food cravings. All of the recipes are environmentally friendly--they use vegetarian, organic, whole grain ingredients without processed sugar or chemical additives--so you'll be making a positive impact as you dig in and eat!

In the book you will find:

-- Definition of a "green" non-toxic, environmentally-friendly diet
-- FDA and USDA-based nutritional guidelines for pregnancy without eating fish or meat
-- Easy, nutritious, flavorful recipes
-- Organic, vegetarian ingredients with dairy-, gluten-, nut- and wheat-free options
-- Tips for creating a green kitchen (edited by author)




Rating: - Wrong-Headed Information: Pregnant Women Need Animal Protein!
While I think it's vitally important for pregnancy women to avoid chemicals and toxins and eat organic foods, there is a lot of wrong-headed information in this book. It's crucial for pregnant to get the proper complete protein and fats for their growing child that can only be provided through animal protein. For example, a pregnant woman and her baby must have iron. Low maternal iron levels and anemia are linked to poor placental growth, low birth weight, and premature birth. Lack of iron causes ... Read More

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Rating: - Not Just for Moms-To-Be
Ms. McLean has written a book about diet during pregnancy, but this cookbook should stay on your kitchen shelf even after the baby is born. These are healthy and easy-to-prepare recipes that even self-proclaimed non-cooks can make anytime. --Janine Gleason

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Rating: - recommended by a doctor
As a naturopathic doctor, I highly recommend this book to all parents and parents-to-be. In an easy to read format, this book outlines the nutrients necessary for pregnancy and guides you with tasty recipes how to fulfill those nutrient needs. This book is a must-read!!!
Dr Thauna Abrin, Naturopathic Doctor

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Rating: - Great guide that makes you WANT to eat healthy!
I really liked this book, and I was surprised to find that I learned a few things (even beyond some really yummy recipes). In my job I look at environmental exposures to chemicals and the human health effects that may be related. It makes sense to limit exposures to chemicals, but many of us are not aware of what food or household products contain these materials. It is interesting to realize how you can easily make a few modifications to what you regularly eat to help out your health and the health ... Read More

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Rating: - Needed Guidance!
I have always been someone who needed a manual for getting through this life in the healthiest way I can and
I've often referred to various books for certain needs. I can tell you that I will definitely use Ms. McLean's book
as a reference for healthier eating as I attempt pregnancy, during it AND after due to her well-researched,
no-nonsense approach to her writing. Also, I had been considering lowering my meat intake and with the knowledge
she instilled in me, I feel confident ... Read More

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