The Raw Food Nutrition Handbook

Rick Dina contributes in-depth coverage of the complete protein content available in plant foods in accord with World Health Organization standards. Controversial issues such as glycemic index and load, vitamins B12 and D, oxalates in leafy greens, and the effects of heat on foods are covered. Various types of raw diets are explained with analyses of these diets included to demonstrate their nutritional adequacy. Complex scientific concepts are made easy for the layperson to comprehend, while someone with a background in science or nutrition can gain greater clarity, depth, and perspective. Readers will learn about water and hydration, principles of food combining, and in-depth coverage of the roles of macro- and micronutrients.