The Balanced Plate

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Famed raw foods chef Renée Loux celebrates the whole foods movement with 150 delicious, creative recipes and practical advice for a healthy life. In her previous work, she demonstrated how satisfying raw foods can be. Now, she explores the benefits of a diet rich in natural, whole foods. Under the concept of "nutritional cross-training," she outlines dietary principles from macrobiotics to Ayurveda and shares flavorful recipes for optimal health, including Ratatouille Thin Crust Pizza, Roasted Spring Vegetable Salad, and Lemon Vanilla Ginger Snaps. The book emphasizes gluten-free living, blood sugar balance, and boosted immunity. Renée explains that you are what you eat, as well as what you use to clean your home and skin. Throughout the book, readers will find ideas for incorporating whole-foods philosophy into their home and beauty routines, with tips on composting and selecting a healthy water filter. Alicia Silverstone praised Renée's recipes for their rich flavors and restorative energy. This book combines eco-friendly cooking with organic lifestyle guidance, reflecting the essential elements of living well through whole foods and promoting a sustainable future.