Modern-Day Macrobiotics

A message on the front cover reads, “Transform your diet and feed your mind, body and spirit.” Modern-Day Macrobiotics is a guidebook and inspiration for doing just that. Author Simon Brown demystifies the macrobiotic approach to eating so that a beginner can feel confident and enthusiastic about taking steps in a healthy direction. Experienced macrobiotic readers will appreciate the clarity of information and may find this a convenient gift book since it is so visually friendly. The beautiful graphic design impressed me the moment I opened this book. From nutrition charts to practical priority lists, information is organized in colorful boxes and highlighted sections, making it easy to access the facts you need. Following sections on macrobiotic principles and healthy diet, the third section features chapters on important food categories, including grains, pulses (or beans), sea vegetables, oils, fermented foods, fruits and more. The macrobiotic approach emphasizes organic ingredients, attention to seasonal eating and locally grown vegetables and fruits.Meal planning guidance and a limited selection of recipes are included. This book offers a treasure trove of helpful information to anyone wanting to explore macrobiotics or simply focus on a nutritionally sound, well-balanced eating plan with organic ingredients and vegetarian-oriented meals. Seafood, the main animal food included in a macrobiotic diet, appears in some recipes.Author Simon Brown, a British bloke, has published this versions of this title in the U.K. and the U.S. Because of measurements and other cooking instructions, I recommend that you check the ISBN to get the version you want:U.S. 10-Digit ISBN: 1556436432U.S. 13-Digit ISBN: 978-1556436437U.K. 10-Digit ISBN: 1556437862U.K. 13-Digit ISBN: 978-1556437861