wbcA Gluten-Free Diet may seem like one of the many passing diet fads, however Dr. William Davis’ Wheat Belly Cookbook makes what may seem like an impractical or impossible diet a possible lifestyle. “Wheat is not the ‘healthy whole grain’ it was pretending to be…it is in reality a major contributor to the world’s worst epidemic of obesity” says Davis in his introduction.

mini-pizzas-410x290_0Between recipes for Pecan-Breaded Pork Chops and Chocolate Almond Biscotti, Davis intersperses success stories from people who have become healthier by steering clear of gluten. For some the change in diet was due to health problems, but for most it was a desire for change and a healthier lifestyle.

By far the best part of this recipe book are the gluten-free bread recipes: herbed focaccia, breadsticks, walnut raisin bread, the list goes on. Not only are these recipes gluten-free, but they also use carbohydrates that don’t raise blood-sugar. Even if you aren’t willing to commit to staying away from your favorite pasta or sandwich, these recipes are a wonderful way to introduce a healthier lifestyle to your family, even if it is just one night a week.

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