The Medicinal Chef: Eat Your Way to Better Health

by Dale Pinnock

Food is more than just fuel; it's key in helping us live longer, healthier lives. Looking carefully at the science of nutrition, Dale Pinnock uses his culinary skills to create practical, delicious dishes that are a pleasure to eat but also alleviate a variety of ailments and illnesses. From antioxidant-rich blueberries that aid the heart and circulation to shiitake mushrooms to boost the immune system, these ingredients target the skin; joints; respiratory, digestive, metabolic, and nervous systems; and even fatigue and hangovers! The recipes include Herbed Mediterranean Frittata, Thai Fish Soup, a Roasted Vegetable and Guacamole Open Sandwich, Wholemeal Bean Quesadillas, and-because everyone deserves a sweet treat-Mint Chocolate No-Cheese Cake!
Pinnock also provides a general overview of conditions and what foods can help heal them.
 

Genres: Cookbooks, Food, Nonfiction, Cooking, Health

192 pages, Hardcover

First published February 1, 2013

Reviews

[Shelley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brilliant book, everyone in my office now has a copy. Read through all of it and looking forward to making the recipes.

[Sarah · Rating 2 out of 5]

A few recipes were great, and I loved the information in the back of the book that told you which vitamins and minerals were useful for certain ailments. But I really can't give it more than two stars when it's packed full of animal products that aren't actually healthy for you. Animal products are what cause most of the conditions in the back of the book so to include them in the recipes is contradictory/ridiculous...If you want real nutrition information, "How Not to Die" by Michael Greger is an excellent resource!

[Carol Bledsoe]

The content is good. It is a very visually appealing book. I will rate it after I try some of the recipes.

[Jessica · Rating 3 out of 5]

I am a big believer that you are what you eat - and what you eat can make a huge impact on your health. There were definitely a few recipes I want to try from this book. But, I also liked how each recipe had icons that showed what body systems/issues these foods could help. Also, at the very end there is a section of "conditions" with explanations of that condition and how diet can help that particular condition. And at the beginning of the book was a list of "ingredients" with conditions that that fruit/vegetable/etc. can help. Overall, I liked this one it reminded me of the TV show "The Food Hospital."

[Cynthia Alice]

Really like the section in the back, called "CONDITIONS". Wish the main print was darker, but appreciate the juxtaposition with darker headlines, key sources of foods that he believes can be helpful to each specific condition, and recommended recipes that are in the book.
The typesetter/proofreader/aging eyes person in me knows what is easy to see, understand, absorb!

[Linsay · Rating 5 out of 5]

Can't wait to try some of these recipes.

[Paula Richards · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautifully presented, great recipes that work and lots of health facts about different ingredients. Fabulous.

[Sally · Rating 5 out of 5]

This will be a cook book I return to again and again!

[Hilary Atkins · Rating 5 out of 5]

All the recipes I have tried so far are fantastic! I need to sit and read it properly to get full use out of it but so far love the layout and information and just couldn't wait to get started.

[Catherine · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good selection of recipes with ingredients that are easy to source. It isn't a recipe book I use every day but I do return to it at least once a month for healthy inspiration.

[Ewa Gmiter · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've tried most of the recepies , delicious and healthy.

[Rachelle Benson · Rating 5 out of 5]

This cook book completely changed my relationship with food a few years ago. I think I've made just about every recipe in it. Delicious and beautiful!

[crashy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Chutné zdravé recepty :) škoda, že neboli všetky na štýl palea :D

[Eve Lumerto · Rating 4 out of 5]

So many good ideas!

[Doan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great recipes! Family loved the ones I've made so far.