How Not to Get Sick A Cookbook and Guide to Prevent and Reverse Insulin Resistance, Lose Weight, and Fight Chronic Disease

by Bikman, Benjamin; Keuilian, Diana

• ISBN13: 9781637744543
• ISBN10: 1637744544
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2024-07-09
• Publisher: Penguin Random House

Summary

Prevent chronic disease, reach your ideal weight, and feel better than ever with the ultimate cookbook and lifestyle companion to Why We Get Sick.

Internationally renowned scientist Benjamin Bikman and fitness coach and recipe developer Diana Keuilian translate the latest research into actionable, easy-to-follow steps to help the nearly 9 in 10 American adults affected with insulin resistance. 

In this companion guide featuring 70 low-carb and keto-friendly recipes, Bikman has teamed up with the fitness expert and recipe developer Diana Keuilian to help the nearly 9 in 10 American adults affected with insulin resistance. Together, they  translate the latest research into actionable, easy-to-follow steps. You can make dramatic improvements in your insulin sensitivity, resist chronic illness, attain a healthy weight, and improve your energy.

In part one, learn how to assess your health and understand the science behind insulin resistance. In part two, discover a three-pronged approach to reversing insulin resistance or maintaining insulin sensitivity, plus meal plans incorporating intermittent fasting. And in part three, get the tools to put the plan into action, with beginner-friendly exercises and more than 70 low-carb and keto-friendly recipes, including:

• BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders
  
• Mediterranean Turkey Bowls
  
• Easy Chicken Enchilada Casserole
  
• Meatzza Pizza
  
• Crispy Sweet Mongolian Beef
  
• Adobo Braised Mushroom Tacos
  
• Sizzling Crab Cakes
  
• White Garlic Lasagna with Tofu
  
• Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks
  
• Frosted Fudge Brownies
  
• Iced Apple Cinnamon Muffins
  

Illustrated with stunning full-color photography and chock-full of knowledge and encouragement, How Not to Get Sick is an essential resource for healthy living.

Author Biography

Benjamin Bikman earned his PhD in bioenergetics and was a postdoctoral fellow with the Duke-National University of Singapore studying metabolic disorders. Currently, his professional focus as a scientist and professor (Brigham Young University) is to better understand the origins and consequences of metabolic disorders, including obesity and diabetes, with a particular emphasis on the role of insulin. He frequently publishes his research in peer-reviewed journals and presents at international science and public meetings.

Diana Keuilian is passionate about creating wholesome versions of your favorite foods. She removes the gluten, soy, grains and cane sugar from traditional comfort food recipes like cake, tacos, cookies, waffles, enchiladas and more. This hobby propelled her to start the popular blog, RealHealthyRecipes.com, where she shares hundreds of delicious recipes and mouthwatering photos. She lives in Southern California with her husband and two children.