Review
"I have to recommend . . . Nourishing Traditions by Sally Fallon. The first chapter of her book is so right on target that I feel a little guilty for taking her ideas."
-- Robert C. Atkins, MD
Information and links Dr. Griffin recommends:
www.criigen.org committee for research & independent information on genetic engineering
www.gmwatch.org easy to view website on genetically modified foods
www.farmwars.info helping to save the family farm
www.healthfreedomusa.org tons of information keeping you up to date politically for nutrition
www.geneticroulettemovie.com must see movie explaining genetically modified foods
www.doctoredthemovie.com a shocking new documentary on the monopolization of our medical system
www.experimentalvaccines.org find your state vaccine exemption forms here
www.westonaprice.com excellent link on nutrition and what we should be eating and feeding our children
www.grassfedgeorgia.com local Ellijay farm selling grassfed beef, milk, eggs and chicken all naturally raised
www.breadbeckers.com Woodstock, GA company offering organic grains and bread making information
www.nancyappleton.com great souce of health related information including "141 ways sugar ruins your health"
www.amazon.com/Nourishing-Traditions-Challenges-Politically-Dictocrats/dp0967089735 "Nourishing Traditions" great cookbook
Product Description:
This well-researched, thought-provoking guide to traditional foods contains a startling message: Animal fats and cholesterol are not villains but vital factors in the diet, necessary for normal growth, proper function of the brain and nervous system, protection from disease and optimum energy levels. Sally Fallon dispels the myths of the current low-fat fad in this practical, entertaining guide to a can-do diet that is both nutritious and delicious.
Nourishing Traditions will tell you:
- Why your body needs old fashioned animal fats
- Why butter is a health food
- How high-cholesterol diets promote good health
- How saturated fats protect the heart
- How rich sauces help you digest and assimilate your food
- Why grains and legumes need special preparation to provide optimum benefits
- About enzyme-enhanced food and beverages that can provide increased energy and vitality
- Why high-fiber, lowfat diets can cause vitamin and mineral deficiencies
Topics include the health benefits of traditional fats and oils (including butter and coconut oil); dangers of vegetarianism; problems with modern soy foods; health benefits of sauces and gravies; proper preparation of whole grain products; pros and cons of milk consumption; easy-to-prepare enzyme enriched condiments and beverages; and appropriate diets for babies and children.