New Releases by RD

Evil Angel By: RD Larson Just re-released, Evil Angel stings the heart and warms the tears. Terri trapped Jack into marriage and fatherhood. She believed he would grow to love her. When he did not, the terrible evilness of Terri’s mind took charge. As Jack flees to Aspen for a few days, he thinks he will finally have a life again. When he meets the tender-hearted Hilary, he feels responsive for the first time in a long time. Hilary is still grieving over the accidental death of her fiancé. Meanwhile, back in California, Terri decides she must bring Jack back to her arms in any way that she can. She takes their baby, Lilly, and flies to Colorado to force Jack to return to her and to their marriage. RD Larson first had Evil Angel published in the UK where it was well received by suspense fans. With rave reviews and a romantic back story, this novel appeals to those who love a suspenseful romance. Larson keeps nothing back in exposing the sins and the joys of the characters as they fight for love, and even for their lives.

Harness the healing power of plant-based foods Natural medicine isn''t just herbs and oils—what you eat every day has the power to support your health and well-being. Healing through Nutrition is your essential guide to 50 plant-based foods packed with vital nutrients like antioxidants and dietary fibers. With this nutrition reference at your fingertips, it''s easy to integrate more plants into your diet—and invite their healing properties into your life. Discover some of the greatest benefits of plant-based nutrition and learn the basics about food and beverage remedies. With details for a wide variety of superfoods—vegetables, fruits, whole grains, nuts, herbs and spices, even coffee and tea—you''ll find resources for many common health problems. In Healing through Nutrition, you''ll find: 50 healing sources—Get acquainted with each food''s restorative powers, the medical conditions it may benefit, and how you can use it in your everyday life. 94 nourishing recipes—Integrate each nutrition source into your life with one or two accompanying recipes, like Apple Cinnamon Ginger Oats, Chickpea-Stuffed Acorn Squash, Grapefruit Avocado Salad, and more. Food as medicine—Explore a short history of nutritional healing and get the rundown on adding medicinal foods to your diet for overall wellness. Apply Mother Nature''s helping hand to many possible health issues with Healing through Nutrition.

Worldwide, up to 50 million people and their families are living with some form of the degenerative and irreversible disease of Alzheimer''s. By 2030, this number is expected to rise to a staggering 76 million people globally who will be living with this condition. At this time, there is no cure. Many families have asked, "Is there something that could have been done to prevent or slow down Alzheimer''s disease?" Written by a Registered Dietitian who witnessed the gradual decline and loss of both parents to this disease, this book takes a look at the evolving and promising power of food and diet to thwart off the clutches of Alzheimer''s. The author also includes brief anecdotes of other families whose lives have been forever changed by loved ones with Alzheimer''s disease.-Takes a look at the inner workings of the human brain and numerous studies showing a strong correlation between food choices that either nourish or hinder brain health.-Provides guidance on meal planning to maximize brain health.-Includes a listing of the top brain-healthy foods to be consuming daily and brain-draining foods to avoid.-Offers an in-depth look at specific nutrients and their role in promoting better brain health.-Reveals the top 10 lifestyle factors for protecting brain health.-Provides simple, delicious recipes with ingredients containing nutrients known to be beneficial for brain health.

80+ Under 30 Minute Dishes and 60 Slow Cooker Recipes The easiest, tastiest, most convenient healthy recipes—ever! With Skinnytaste Fast and Slow, you can get a nutritious, flavor-packed, figure-friendly meal—complete with a flourless chocolate brownie made in a slow cooker—on the table any night of the week. Gina Homolka, founder of the widely adored blog Skinnytaste, shares 140 dishes that come together in a snap—whether in a slow cooker or in the oven or on the stovetop. Favorites include: Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumpling Soup Korean-Style Beef Tacos Spicy Harissa Lamb Ragu Peach-Strawberry Crumble Under 30 Minutes Zucchini Noodles with Shrimp and Feta Pizza-Stuffed Chicken Roll-Ups Grilled Cheese with Havarti, Brussels Sprouts, and Apple Cauliflower “Fried” Rice Each recipe includes nutritional information, which can help you take steps toward weight and health goals, and many dishes are vegetarian, gluten-free, and freezer-friendly—all called out with helpful icons. Gina’s practical advice for eating well and 120 color photos round out this indispensable cookbook. (Please note that nutritional information is provided with every recipe, but the most up-to-date Weight Watchers points can be found at skinnytaste online.)

“An essential, must-read guide” (Dr. Susan Albers, New York Times bestselling author of Eating Mindfully) from the renowned Duke Integrative Medicine center: the first book to combine health psychology with cutting-edge nutrition research to deliver an up-to-the-minute method for eating mindfully and breaking the yo-yo diet cycle. It’s easy on occasion to eat too much, eat too quickly, eat for comfort, or choose junk food. But every year millions of Americans vow to lose weight and get healthy and aren’t able to overcome the largest roadblock to these changes—ingrained eating habits. Now two leading experts from Duke Integrative Medicine offer a new paradigm for eating and health—a step-by-step program that dismantles old patterns, provides new tools for making healthy choices, and fosters deep, internal motivation. Grounded in scientific research, The Mindful Diet examines how what we eat and drink affects our body on a biochemical level, and how we can become aware of our own internal signals through the practice of mindfulness. Loaded with concrete meditation exercises, behavioral techniques, nutrition advice, and meal-planning charts, this book provides the tools to manage cravings, curb emotional overeating, and figure out when you are full. Instead of an all-or-nothing approach to eating, The Mindful Diet focuses on the many variables that drive our habits—including stress, unhappiness, and even unconscious beliefs—and provides a roadmap for sustainable change. “This is not an eat this, don’t eat that program; rather, it’s an attack on the negative thoughts and patterns that lead to diet failure” (Publishers Weekly). Lasting weight loss and healthy living begin in the mind: now you can learn how to re-program your body, make healthy choices, lose weight, and keep it off for life.

Families will love this. Simple yet creative ideas for making a variety of meals from a few basic low protein foods. Fran Rohr, MS, RD, LDN. Clinical Nutrition Specialist. Boston Children''s Hospital Laurie Bernstein and her team have put together another great educational booklet! This guide will help our families feel more comfortable in the kitchen and create low protein delicious dishes for the whole family! Mary Sowa, MS, RD CHOC Children''s Hospital Setting Up Your Low Protein Kitchen is a practical...and fun... resource for anyone following a low protein diet. Sandy van Calcar, M.S., RD University of Wisconsin

Expert contributors include nearly 50 nationally recognized writers, researchers, and practitioners, each writing on their area of specialization.Clear, logical organization details each step of complete nutritional care from assessment to therapy.UNIQUE! Pathophysiology algorithms clarify the illness process and to ensure more effective care. "New Directions" boxes reflect the latest research in emerging areas in nutrition therapy. "Focus On" boxes provide additional detail on key chapter concepts."Clinical Insight" boxes and "Clinical Scenarios" with detailed Sample Nutrition Diagnosis statements help ensure the most accurate and effective interventions in practice. Key terms listed at the beginning of each chapter and bolded within the text provide quick access to important nutrition terminology.More than 1,000 self-assessment questions on a companion Evolve website reinforce key textbook content. New recommendations reflect a comprehensive approach to diet and nutrition that incorporates the USDA''s "MyPlate" guide, the "Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010," and the "Eating Well with Canada''s Food Guide" recommendations.Reorganized table of contents reinforces the Nutrition Care Process structure endorsed by the American Dietetic Association (ADA)."MNT for Thyroid Disorders" chapter details important nutrition considerations for managing thyroid disorders.New calcium and vitamin D Dietary Recommended Intakes (DRIs) improve monitoring of nutrient intake.Expanded "Nutrition in Aging" chapter includes assessment and nutritional care guidelines for the growing elderly patient population.Growth grids for children detail proper patient nutrition during infancy and early childhood. Extensively revised "MNT for Food Allergies" chapter highlights the importance of food allergy management in clinical nutrition therapy. Updated appendices enhance assessment accuracy with the latest laboratory findings and normal values.

"Feed the Belly is overdue! If you are pregnant or living with someone who is, you will find this book to be invaluable to the pregnancy. It has knowledgeable information, great anecdotes, recipes and tips for navigating the challenges and surprises of pregnancy. Feed the Belly can help in creating a happier, healthier journey for the whole family." —Cat Cora, the first female Iron Chef and author of Cooking from the Hip If you''ve got a bun in the oven... Feed the Belly is your healthy eating guidebook. The only eating guide for expectant moms that helps indulge cravings while giving baby—and mom—the essential nutrients they need, Feed the Belly offers a complete look at healthy eating for all nine months. Written by new mom and Health magazine editor and dietitian Frances Largeman-Roth, Feed the Belly covers: What to eat to get pregnant How to pick the right foods to make your baby smarter Where to get the nutrients you and your baby need Which are the safest seafood picks and when to choose organic How to choose the best fast food and easy on-the-go snacks Stay-fit secrets (yoga poses included!) Get started with a seven-day tear-out eating plan! With answers to all your pregnancy questions on nutrition, weight gain, food safety, and much more, Feed the Belly offers expectant moms something to sink their teeth into. Includes a foreword by Food Network Star Robin Miller and more than 65 easy-to-make recipes, organized by craving, including favorites from top chefs like Mark Bittman and Gale Gand

In The New Rules of Lifting for Women, authors Lou Schuler, Cassandra Forsythe and Alwyn Cosgrove present a comprehensive strength, conditioning and nutrition plan destined to revolutionize the way women work out. All the latest studies prove that strength training, not aerobics, provides the key to losing fat and building a fit, strong body. This book refutes the misconception that women will "bulk up" if they lift heavy weights. Nonsense! It's tough enough for men to pack on muscle, and they have much more of the hormone necessary to build muscle: natural testosterone. Muscles need to be strengthened to achieve a lean, healthy look. Properly conditioned muscles increase metabolism and promote weight loss -- it's that simple. The program demands that women put down the "Barbie" weights, step away from the treadmill and begin a strength and conditioning regime for the natural athlete in every woman. The New Rules of Lifting for Women will change the way women see fitness, nutrition and their own bodies.

Diabetic-friendly recipes the whole family will love! From appetizers to desserts and everything in between, here are three-hundred easy-to-prepare recipes for diabetics that can be made from everyday household ingredients; and the entire family can enjoy. Food categories include Mexican, Italian, Pan-Asian, fish, poultry, lean-beef and pork entrees; appetizers, snacks, side dishes, breads and desserts; and fruits, vegetables, soups, salads, pastats, and breads. First diabetic cookbook to use the new glycemic index for all recipes; three-hundred recipes, far more than others on the market; 6.5% of the U.S. population has diabetes; the World Health Organization is predicting the number of people with diabetes to double from 140 million to 300 million by 2025.