Review of Nourished by Judy Barnes Baker

You may remember my announcement about a new cookbook available from Judy Barnes Baker titled Nourished: Health, Weight Loss, and Metabolic Balance. I now have a copy of it in my hot little hands, and let me tell you, I’m thrilled. Nourished is more than just a cookbook. It’s a primer on low carb living. Judy has a knack for explaining the details and she does a thorough job in this latest masterpiece.

When you open the book, you’ll quickly see I’m not the only one that loves it. With a Preface by Dr. Mary C. Vernon, a Forward by Jacqueline Eberstein, and a Scientific Perspective by Dr. Richard D. Feinman, Judy has a lot of intellectual muscle backing her up.

She starts Nourished out with an introduction to low carb living, then moves into an explanation of the low-fat phobia that has a firm grip on our nation. She talks about how research shows a very different picture of health and nutrients – something the lipophobic crowd would rather ignore.

You’ll find information on metabolism, how to use a low carb plan, and the definition of a low carb diet. Judy also takes the time to explain how use her book in your menu planning, as well as tips for keeping things on track. You’ll get in-depth info on the following:

• Types of Fats
• Sweeteners
• Sugars
• Grains, Starches & Thickeners
• Flour Types
• Hidden Sugars and Starches
• Reading Labels
• Nutritional Data
• Customizing Menus

Then of course we get to the best part – the recipes! She has full menus laid out for breakfasts, lunch, and dinners. You’ll get recipes for special occasions and entertaining, as well as seasonal and holiday menus. Judy shares basic recipes and talks about snacks and food for traveling.

Nourished is certainly high on my recommended books list.

Nourished: Health, Weight Loss, and Metabolic Balance
Information
Judy Barnes Baker crammed a lot of useful, helpful information in this book, and still managed not to short circuit my brain. I'm impressed..
Ease of Reading
Easy to understand and get through.
Availabilty
Currently available online in a few different places.
Price
Price range of $20-$30, depending on where you order it.

Overall
Get this book.

Nourished is available at LC Foods, and after a little craziness, finally in stock at Amazon.com. Go Nourish yourself!

Disclaimer: This book was provided to me free of charge for review purposes. My opinion was not swayed by this and I make no money from sales of this book.