A vegetable-rich diet reduces risk of heart disease, diabetes, stroke, and some cancers. Vegetables also regulate the appetite, preventing obesity and promoting good health. But if they taste bad, who cares? In "More Vegetables, Please!", renowned doctor and nutrition specialist Elson Haas teams up with natural chef Patty James to offer over 100 simple and nutritious recipes readers can use to add vegetables to their favourite meals - with delicious results. Also included are tips for adding veggies to basic dishes, such as macaroni and cheese, spaghetti, and sandwiches. Throughout the book, the authors offer suggestions for changing the way the vegetables are prepared and adding specific flavourings and seasonings to make healthy dishes more appealing to picky eaters. Haas, an organic eating pioneer, explains the importance of eating seasonally and offers tips on changing menus to correspond with the seasons. This book makes it easy for the whole family to enjoy these naturally low-calorie, low-fat foods each and every day.

Author Biography

Elson M. Haas, MD, is an integrated medicine practitioner with more than thirty-five years of experience. He is founder and director of the Preventive Medical Center of Marin in San Rafael, CA. Haas is author of seven popular books on health and nutrition, including Staying Healthy with the Seasons, Staying Healthy with Nutrition, and The New Detox Diet. Visit him online at www.elsonhaas.com. Patty James, MS, holds a master's degree in holistic nutrition and is a certified natural chef. She was founder and director of Patty James Cooking School and Nutrition Center in Sebastopol, CA, the first certified organic cooking school and nutrition center in the country. James is a frequent speaker at public schools, businesses, markets, and food- and health-oriented events. She works as a nutritional consultant both with individuals and with groups such as schools and health care providers. Visit her online at www.pattyjames.com.