Zen Macrobiotic Cooking

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Japan has the lowest rates of heart disease and most cancers of any country in the industrialized world, and Zen monks are the healthiest and longest-lived people in Japan. Studies have shown that diet is a major factor in their longevity. Now the life-enhancing foods of an extraordinary culture are available to ordinary people in Zen Macrobiotic Cooking.Back in print by popular demand, this beautiful new edition of Michel Abehsera's classic teaches that good taste and good health are not mutually exclusive. The author provides recipes for over two hundred healthful and truly tasty dishes -- all made with widely available ingredients, including fish, fowl, and even a little beef.From soups, sauces, and salads to side dishes, entrees, and desserts, you'll learn everything you need to know about this unique style of cookery, including the ancient secrets of Zen diet and food preparation. And it's all made easy with clear, step-by-step instructions, as well as a convenient glossary of foods and terms. So whether you want to expand your taste buds, lose a few pounds, or just get healthy, here is a unique guide to embarking on an adventure into the delights of macrobiotic cooking, Zen-style.