The Whole Foods Experience - 2nd Editon (Electronic book text, 2nd ed.)

Ellen Sue Spicer-Jacobson is a well-known author and contributor to several national magazines including Bestways, Mother Earth News, Vegetarian Times, and Whole Life Times. She is an established health advocate and lecturer, as well as the owner of Deep Roots Trading Company, a natural foods distributor in Pennsylvania.Reviews: "Put it next to Spock and Davis. The Whole Foods Experience is a good deal more than good fun.it's everything you've ever wanted to know about getting your kids to eat what's good for them. Must reading for mothers." - Francis Goulart, author of Eating To Win"Ellen tells us exactly and simply how to preserve the naturalness and flavor without making a lot of work out of it.Simple, straightforward, direct, persuasive without arm-twisting; I like that." - Dr. Lendon Smith, pediatrician/author Feed Your Kids RightAbout the Book: The Whole Foods ExperienceEverybody's Guide to Better EatingTired of processed foods?Get back to basics with The Whole Foods Experience The WholeFoods Experience is not just another cookbook; instead, it's a guidebook for those interested in making an inexpensive, creative transition from processed to whole foods. Processed foods permeate our mass market food stores and include a lot of preservatives and other chemicals that many people wish to do without. This book is designed for those that want to change their lifestyle to one that is filled with natural whole foods. In this one beautifully designed book you will find: 1) A complete guide to changing your lifestyle including simple, complete suggestions for every mealtime, as well as a chapter on nutritious nibbling; 2) Discussion on whole foods for the allergic and hyperactive; Whole foods for babies and expectant mothers; 3) A unique and extensive section of references and referrals to organizations, publications, and other sources of information on whole foods; 4) Delicious, healthful recipes for every occasion and palate The Whole Foods Experience was created to help all those who want to begin a new and more wholesome lifestyle with the least possible fuss, muss or bother.Table of ContentsIntroduction. 7Chapter One / Getting Started . 11The Altman Basic Four / 12Patience and Perseverance / 15Beginner's List for a Natural Foods Kitchen / 17 Chapter Two / The World of Whole Foods . 19Natural Foods List / 20 Chapter Three / Making Ends Meet Naturally . 29Chapter Four / Essential Utensils . 33Cooking Pots / 33Baking Equipment / 34Appliances / 35Serving Dishes / 35 Chapter Five / Whole Hints .37Dry Beans / 37Sprouting / 37Grains / 38Grains &. Beans: Creative Uses / 39 Chapter Six / Breakfast: First Things First . 43Fresh Fruit Suggestions / 44Protein-Breakfast Suggestions / 44Bread and Cereal Ideas / 45Granola Ideas / 46Recipes / 46 Chapter Seven / Lunch: Midday Feasts . 55Sandwich Suggestions / 56Soups &. Such: Lunch Beyond Sandwiches / 57Recipes / 57Chapter Eight / Dinner: Meatless Fare . 67Recipes / 68 Chapter Nine / Nutritious Nibbling .79Suggestions for Gradual Natural Snack "Fudging" / 80Naturally Good Snack Ideas / 81Snacks for Special Occasions / 81Recipes /83 Chapter Ten / Babies: Whole New Lives . 93A Word About Breastfeeding / 95Simple Foods for Baby / 96Sample Menus /100 Chapter Eleven / Good Food for Special Problems . 103Milk Substitutes / 105Egg Substitutes / 106Recipes / 107 Chapter Twelve / Odds and Ends . 119Recipes / 120 Chapter Thirteen / Resource List: Where to Go From Here . 129Reference Books / 130Food Books For Moms, Babies, & Youngsters / 134General Cookbooks / 141Meatless Food Books / 144Sprouting and Raw Food Books / 152Miscellaneous Books / 154Magazines & Newsletters / 156Glossary . 161Index. 166