Hawaii Diet

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The purpose of HAWAII DIET is to help readers maximize their health & in the process minimize their weight. This can be done by returning to the whole, unrefined diets of our ancestors: fresh fruits, fresh vegetables, & whole, unprocessed grains. The diet is high in whole complex carbohydrates, very low in fat (less than 10 percent of calorie intake), has little or no cholesterol, & is high in plant-based foods. This book tells readers how to incorporate this knowledge into their diet by offering a step-by-step nutrition plan, complete with many delicious recipes. In this simple plan, this book helps readers: * Lose weight without counting calories or portion sizes * Learn how to select foods that will help them lose weight * Maximize their health * Minimize their need for medications * Increase their energy levels * Provide them with a new perspective on health that will help them stay healthy for a lifetime * Provide them with delicious recipes that will make meals a pleasure * Incorporate traditional ethnic cuisines from all over the world into their diet * Focus on the positive aspects of health & weight control.