"Whenever I am feeling stressed, I realize I have gone to an extremetoo much food and not enough exercise." It's the women's voices in this latest offering from the kitchens of Betty Crocker that strike many different chords, all leading to the theme of wellness. It's also a smartly designed book, with information about all the things that constitute good health, divided into life stages. Aerobics for a twentysomething, for example, won't suit a 70-year-old woman. At its heart are the 140 recipes, in large-type font, with headings indicating featured nutrients (including fiber and calcium) and footers showing details about how much is in one serving. Most foodstuffs are easy and fairly quick to make and require few ingredients and even fewer steps. It's hard to resist baked coconut shrimp, pork lo mein, and crunchy pears, among many choices. Side tips from Dr. Rita Redberg, a University of California cardiologist, subtly emphasize the six keys to long life: be active, eat good food, relax, harness humor, call your gal pals, get a full night's sleep. Jacobs, Barbara
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A woman's life is not one-size-fits-all. You've got different needs at different stages, so
Betty Crocker Cookbookfor Women gives you the best advice for staying healthy each decade, from the energetic twenties to a fruitful, active retirement. Combining practical wellness tips from cardiologist Dr. Rita Redberg with deliciously healthy recipes from the Betty Crocker Kitchens, this supportive, positive book helps you stay happy and healthy throughout your life.
Inside, you'll find 130 scrumptious recipesthat feature health-enhancing ingredients such as whole grains, fruits and vegetables. Each recipe clearly flags the fiber, calcium, iron, vitamins and other key nutrients it contains. From breakfast to dessert and everything in between, you get a wide variety of palate-pleasing choices—such as Apricot Breakfast Bread, Asian Chicken Roll-Ups, Sirloin Three- Bean Chili, Pineapple-Topped Sweet Potatoes and Frozen Strawberry Cheesecake. And while these recipes were created especially for you, don't worry—your friends and family will love them too!
You'll also find timely information on important health issues, from maintaining a healthy weight and managing stress to improving heart health and staying mentally acute. Dr. Redberg answers your most frequently asked health questions, and you'll hear from women just like you who share their everyday insights on health, fitness, food and fulfillment.
Packed with beautiful full-color photos andexpert, down-to-earth advice, Betty Crocker Cookbook for Women gives you the information and inspiration to eat right and live well at every age and stage of your life!