One Sentence Summary
This cookbook, by renowned cardiologist Dr. Steven R. Gundry MD, offers 100 delicious recipes intertwined with advice on how to lose weight, heal your gut, and live lectin-free using the Plant Paradox philosophy.
Book Genre
The Plant Paradox Cookbook is a nonfiction/cookbook in the “Health, Mind & Body” genre.
Main Topic of the Book
The main topic of The Plant Paradox Cookbook is how consuming lectin-free meals can help one lose weight, heal one’s gut, and live a healthy lifestyle.
Key Ideas
The main ideas of The Plant Paradox Cookbook are as follows:
- The Plant Paradox philosophy: Dr. Steven Gundry’s approach to healthy eating and avoiding lectins, as introduced in his first book, The Plant Paradox, is the basis of this cookbook. According to Gundry, lectins are plant proteins that can cause inflammation, weight gain, digestive issues, digestive distress, and autoimmune conditions; accordingly, he encourages the avoidance of certain foods, particularly those containing gluten, sugar and grains.
- Delicious and healthy recipes: The cookbook includes 100 delicious recipes for low lectin meals, sauces, smoothies, and snacks. Each meal is gluten-free, sugar-free, grain-free, and lectin-free. Healthy ingredients such as vegetables, nuts, and seeds are used in interesting ways to make the recipes both flavorful and appealing.
- Healthy lifestyle tips: The cookbook also includes bonus material on developing a healthy lifestyle and obtaining optimal nutrition. Author Steven Gundry provides tips on healthy living to complement the healthy recipes. He emphasizes the importance of avoiding processed foods, cooking as much as possible from scratch, and eating a low lectin diet.
Main Parts of the Book and a Short Summary
The Plant Paradox Cookbook is divided into seven main parts:
- Part I: Introduction: This section introduces the reader to the basics of The Plant Paradox philosophy, such as the definition of lectins, the health benefits of avoiding lectins, and tips for starting the Plant Paradox diet.
- Part II: Breakfast: In this section, readers will find a variety of nutritious and delicious breakfast recipes such as Sprouted Peanut Butter Granola, Veggie Tofu Scramble, and Carrot-Applesauce Muffins, among others.
- Part III: Snacks & Appetizers: Perfect for after-school snacks or an appetizer before a big meal, this section includes recipes such as Spicy Chickpea Curry, Bacon-Wrapped Plantain Dates, and Maple Bacon Brussels Sprouts.
- Part IV: Salads & Soups: Healthy salads and soups are given new life here with recipes such as Kale, Avocado, & Red Onion Salad, Broccoli-Cilantro Soup, and Bruschetta Salad.
- Part V: Main Dishes & Side Dishes: Here readers will find recipes such as Chicken Fried Quinoa, Angel Hair “Pasta” Carbonara, and Cauliflower Fried Rice.
- Part VI: Sauces & Dressings: A variety of sauces and dressings that are lectin-free are included in this section, including Blender Hollandaise Sauce, Pesto, and Balsamic Vinaigrette.
- Part VII: Smoothies & Drinks: This section is full of smoothie and drink recipes such as Coffee Latte Smoothie and Coconut Water Cooler.
Key Takeaways
- Lectins, or plant proteins, can cause inflammation, weight gain, digestive issues, digestive distress, and autoimmune conditions; accordingly, avoiding foods containing gluten, sugar and grains is recommended.
- The Plant Paradox Cookbook features 100 delicious and healthy recipes that are low lectin and gluten-free, sugar-free, grain-free, and lectin-free.
- The cookbook also provides guidance on developing a healthy lifestyle and obtaining optimal nutrition.
- The Plant Paradox Cookbook is an invaluable resource for those looking to lose weight, heal their gut, and live a healthy lifestyle.
Author’s Background and Qualifications
The Plant Paradox Cookbook is written by renowned cardiologist Dr. Steven R. Gundry MD. He is a best-selling author and speaker, and is the inventor of the medical device HeartMate, and of the nutritional supplement GundryMD. Dr. Gundry is passionate about helping people to take control of their health, and has been featured on Dr. Oz, Good Morning America, and Fox News.
Target Audience
The Plant Paradox Cookbook is designed for those interested in losing weight, healing their gut, and living a healthy lifestyle.
Publisher and First Publication Date
The Plant Paradox Cookbook was published by HarperCollins Publishers in January 2018.