Recipes for the Specific Carbohydrate Diet: The Grain-Free, Lactose-Free, Sugar-Free Solution to IBD, Celiac Disease, Autism, Cystic Fibrosis, and Other Health Conditions (Healthy Living Cookbooks) (Paperback)

~ (Author) "A few years ago, we were introduced to a wonderful New Year's Eve tradition: writing down instances from the previous yearevents, thoughts, names of people,..." (more)
Key Phrases: spiced butter, three months after symptoms, stovetop pan, Curry Powder, Asian Sauce, Basic Vegetable Stock (more...)

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"This clever book is not just a great supplement to the Specific Carbohydrate Diet, making dieting into a pleasure, but will also ensure the whole family enjoys a healthy, varied, and yummy diet. I feel lucky to have it in my kitchen."
--Mik Aidt, Founder and co-webmaster, www.scdiet.org

"People following a restrictive diet often lament the loss of foods and flavors they love. Raman Prasad's subtle modifications of delicious recipes from around the globe bring international flavor and zest to your home's SCD kitchen. There is no passport required for this delicious quest for a healthy gut!"
--Mike Simons, Co-webmaster, www.scdiet.org

"Raman Prasad shares his personal experience in this comprehensive cookbook. It is a wonderful contribution and tribute to Elaine Gottschall and it will be an invaluable resource for those suffering with gastrointestinal issues. He provides a comprehensive overview of the science behind the diet, menus, holiday traditions, and gourmet recipes. This book will give families the confidence they need to heal."
--Pam Ferro, R.N., Founder of The Gottschall Autism Center

"Raman Prasad's book is for those who've understood the value of the SCD and want some excitement and variety in their diet. While Elaine Gottschall's Specific Carbohydrate Diet can be as simple or complicated as one would choose, Raman's contribution brings new life and continuance to Elaine's lifelong pursuit of restored health for those who continue to struggle with inflammatory bowel disease."
--Rachel Turet, Founder, Long Island SCD Listserv

"My secret to happily staying on the SCD is to keep it interesting. Raman Prasad's wonderful recipes will make that easier for all of us on this exciting journey of health through diet." -- Lucy Rossett, Founder and Owner of Lucy's Kitchen Shop and author of Lucy's Specific Carbohydrate Diet(TM) Cookbook

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The Specific Carbohydrate Diet is a strict grain-free, lactose-free, and sucrose-free dietary regimen intended for those suffering from Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis (both forms of IBD), celiac disease, IBS, cystic fibrosis, and autism. It is based on the work of Elaine Gottschall, who wrote Breaking the Vicious Cycle, which introduces the SCD and explains the importance of eliminating certain carbohydrates in order to alleviate digestive ailments such as IBD, IBS, and celiac disease.

For those suffering from gastrointestinal illnesses, the Specific Carbohydrate Diet (SCD) offers a method for easing symptoms and pain, and ultimately regaining health. Recipes for the Specific Carbohydrate Diet(TM) offers a diverse and delicious collection of 150 SCD-friendly recipes, that includes over 80 dairy-free recipes. The easy-to-make and culturally diverse recipes featured in the book include breakfast dishes, appetizers, main dishes, and desserts such as -- Hazelnut-Vanilla Pancakes, Olive Sandwich Bread, Chicken Satay, Roasted Bass with Parsley Butter, Thin Crust Pizza, Gretel's Gingerbread Cookies, and Mango Ice Cream. It is accompanied by 40 full-color photos that will inspire you to get cooking again. In addition, personal anecdotes accompany each section of this book. You can find out more about this book on-line at www.scdrecipe.com/cookbook/.

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Product Details Paperback: 224 pages Publisher: Fair Winds Press (February 1, 2008) Language: English ISBN-10: 159233282X ISBN-13: 978-1592332823 Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.4 x 0.7 inches Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies) Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (43 customer reviews) Amazon.com Sales Rank: #3,494 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books) Popular in these categories: (What's this?) #1 in  Books > Health, Mind & Body > Disorders & Diseases > Cystic Fibrosis #7 in  Books > Cooking, Food & Wine > Special Diet > Low Fat #7 in  Books > Health, Mind & Body > Diets & Weight Loss > Diets > Low Carb

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A few years ago, we were introduced to a wonderful New Year's Eve tradition: writing down instances from the previous yearevents, thoughts, names of people, or moments that one wants to leave behindon small slips of paper. Read the first page

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spiced butter, three months after symptoms, stovetop pan, six months after symptoms, teaspoon clove powder, trying seeds, teaspoon cardamom powder, dry curd cottage cheese, teaspoon cinnamon powder, almond flour, teaspoon coriander powder, stovetop pot, teaspoon turmeric powder, teaspoon cumin powder

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Curry Powder, Asian Sauce, Basic Vegetable Stock, Side Dishes, Mock Balsamic Vinegar, Vegetarian Main Dishes, United States, Cilantro Dip, South Asian, Savory Baked Goods, Ethiopian Berberé Spice, New Haven, Basic Chicken Stock, Gas Mark

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews 26 of 26 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic - food really tastes good!, February 11, 2008 By  A Customer - See all my reviews This is my first review but I had to write one because this book is fantastic! I have made five recipes in the past five days and my 5 year old son (with severe ulcerative colitis) has loved every single one (the rest of the family has loved the food too)! I own every SCD cookbook and this one seems to have the most recipes that are winners. So far, we have made: a chinese chicken dish (actually tastes like chinese chicken but without soy sauce- amazing); vietnamese pork (same); almond puff (tastes like cake!); chili-lime crackers (tastes like mild cheez-its!); and shortbread (buttery and tasty). We are going to keep trying recipes but love this cookbook and wanted to post this review while ordering another copy for my son's grandmom. Well worth adding to your library. 14 of 14 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars Yummy New SCD Cookbook, February 28, 2008 By  Amy McKenna (Ann Arbor, MI USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    I have a new favorite cookbook! It's "Recipes for the Specific Carbohydrate Diet" by Raman Prasad. Although the Specific Carbohydrate Diet (SCD) includes lots of great food choices, it doesn't allow for dining at my favorite Asian and Indian restaurants. Raman's culturally diverse recipes are bursting with the flavors of the ethnic cuisines I've been missing. One of my favorites so far is Kung Pao Chicken, which is wonderfully flavored with Raman's SCD Asian Sauce (hurray for a yummy soy sauce substitute!). And in my opinion the Beef Vindaloo rivals some of the best Indian restaurants in our town. I love, love, love this cookbook's mouthwatering photography; the compelling foreword and introduction to the diet; and the personal touch of Raman's stories about food, family, and friends. I highly recommend this great cookbook for anyone who wants to add some pizzaz to their SCD fare. 15 of 16 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars Simple but yummy recipes!, February 12, 2008 By  J. Wahlin (New York, NY USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    I recently acquired this book and have tried a couple of recipes so far. My pet peeve with other cookbooks is having to buy several obscure ingredients that I'm unlikely to use again so I love the simplicity of the recipes and use of everyday ingredients. My favorite dish is the Lemon chicken which I foresee repeating often in the future! I've also ordered a second copy of the book for a relative with Asperger's syndrome who also follows a restricted diet and would love to try some of the foods in this book.		Ad feedback   Most Recent Customer Reviews 2.0 out of 5 stars not what i was hoping for I was really looking for some simple easy to make recipes for everyday eating... I figured with so many recipes it would cover that. Read more Published 4 days ago by T. J. Anderson 1.0 out of 5 stars Not Good for Colitis I ordered this book based on other's reviews. This book is of no use to me, as my doctor told me I can not eat nuts. Read more Published 13 days ago by Michele Brown 5.0 out of 5 stars A goldmine for those looking for grain free recipes! What a great find -- this cook book. He provides recipes for all tastes, from desserts to main course to beverages! Read more Published 1 month ago by Abbytreasures 5.0 out of 5 stars Simple, Yet Flavorful - Great SCD Resource My husband is on the Specific Carbohydrate Diet, and this is the best cookbook I have found so far. I am not an especially confident cook, so this book has been a great resource... Read more Published 1 month ago by Kathy J. 5.0 out of 5 stars Amazingly helpful book with appetizingly delicious,diverse recipes In Recipes for the Specific Carbohydrate Diet, Raman Prasad delivers help, hope, and amazingly delicious food appetizingly illustrated. Read more Published 2 months ago by S. Swanson 1.0 out of 5 stars not for gluten free I ordered this when my boyfriend was diagnosed with crohns disease. I was hoping to find gluten free baking recipes we would both like to eat. Read more Published 4 months ago by Shirlee Grund 5.0 out of 5 stars Great resource! Great recipes, with pictures (which helps). There are a few things in recipes that I don't think are SCD legal (like baking powder), but easy enough to alter, if you know the... Read more Published 7 months ago by Trudy J. Hewitt 5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Cookbook! I absolutely love every recipe I have tried in this book. Some are difficult with a dairy allergy, however. Eating this way has made a huge positive impact on my quality of life. Published 8 months ago by Karen Clause 5.0 out of 5 stars EXCEPTIONAL cookbook This cookbook is far beyond your expectations! The illustrations, format and simplicity in the recipes is all excellent, and excellent! Read more Published 9 months ago by JoyIsJah 5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent and Flavorful Cookbook This is not only a great cookbook for following the SCD diet, but it has made cooking fun for me and has me trying different foods and spices. Read more Published 9 months ago by S. Cody Search Customer Reviews Only search this product's reviews

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Product Details

• Paperback: 224 pages
• Publisher: Fair Winds Press (February 1, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 159233282X
• ISBN-13: 978-1592332823
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.4 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (43 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #3,494 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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26 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic - food really tastes good!, February 11, 2008

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This is my first review but I had to write one because this book is fantastic! I have made five recipes in the past five days and my 5 year old son (with severe ulcerative colitis) has loved every single one (the rest of the family has loved the food too)! I own every SCD cookbook and this one seems to have the most recipes that are winners. So far, we have made: a chinese chicken dish (actually tastes like chinese chicken but without soy sauce- amazing); vietnamese pork (same); almond puff (tastes like cake!); chili-lime crackers (tastes like mild cheez-its!); and shortbread (buttery and tasty). We are going to keep trying recipes but love this cookbook and wanted to post this review while ordering another copy for my son's grandmom. Well worth adding to your library.

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Yummy New SCD Cookbook, February 28, 2008

By	Amy McKenna (Ann Arbor, MI USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I have a new favorite cookbook! It's "Recipes for the Specific Carbohydrate Diet" by Raman Prasad. Although the Specific Carbohydrate Diet (SCD) includes lots of great food choices, it doesn't allow for dining at my favorite Asian and Indian restaurants. Raman's culturally diverse recipes are bursting with the flavors of the ethnic cuisines I've been missing. One of my favorites so far is Kung Pao Chicken, which is wonderfully flavored with Raman's SCD Asian Sauce (hurray for a yummy soy sauce substitute!). And in my opinion the Beef Vindaloo rivals some of the best Indian restaurants in our town. I love, love, love this cookbook's mouthwatering photography; the compelling foreword and introduction to the diet; and the personal touch of Raman's stories about food, family, and friends. I highly recommend this great cookbook for anyone who wants to add some pizzaz to their SCD fare.

15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Simple but yummy recipes!, February 12, 2008

By	J. Wahlin (New York, NY USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I recently acquired this book and have tried a couple of recipes so far. My pet peeve with other cookbooks is having to buy several obscure ingredients that I'm unlikely to use again so I love the simplicity of the recipes and use of everyday ingredients. My favorite dish is the Lemon chicken which I foresee repeating often in the future! I've also ordered a second copy of the book for a relative with Asperger's syndrome who also follows a restricted diet and would love to try some of the foods in this book.