Saturday, September 13, 2008

gate blogging and book review





Ok, sometimes I seem like a really distracted bloggers, and yet at other times, I seem like an insanely dedicated blogger. Case in point: right now, I'm sitting at the gate for my flight at JFK airport, and they have started boarding people for our flight to London. But what am I doing as everyone's running around? Well, how about a book review?

I was really happy to have a chance to read Gillian McKeith's latest book, Food Bible: The Complete A-Z guide for a healthy life. Those of you who watch BBC or BBC America might be familiar with McKeith's slightly sensationalistic t.v. show "You Are What You Eat" - where she basically prods, scolds, and if necessary, shames people into eating healthy and losing weight. If so, you'll be happy to note that the tone of this book is tons more circumspect and way less shrill. I love the way the book is set out- you can either look up specific ailments (acne, motion sickness, pms, etc.) and find out how better to manage them through food, or you can read about foods and nutrients in groups. It really is an invaluable resource for anyone who is interested in whole foods eating, with plenty of emphasis on raw and plant foods.



Ack- I have more to say, but they're calling our seat numbers! Next time I "see" you guys, I'll be in jolly old England. Cheerio!


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16 comments:

tofufreak said...

hmmm.... i think i could use this book. i have *cough* mood swings! *sees mood swings listed on page with AVOID LOW FAT DIETS and claps with glee* ahahahaha. if only i could justify my fat-filled life. *sigh*

LizNoVeggieGirl said...

Haha, so fun that you're doing a book review while waiting for your plane :0)

Great review!! Have a safe trip!!

Catherine Weber said...

Safe flying. I'll have to pick that book up -- it sounds great!

Amey said...

Cheerio Old Bazu!
By the time you read this you'll be safe and sound in the Queen's Country.
can't wait to see what your UK adventure brings...
besides jumping out of airplanes, that is.

:)

Anonymous said...

I've never seen her tv show, but read about her here and there. I think last time was at the hairdressers, when an article on her caught my eye.

Email me when you get settled!

JENNA said...

Happy travels Bazu!! I can't wait for the next few months of England posts from you.

T said...

How cool is that- I didn't know she had a book! Enjoy beautiful London!

aTxVegn said...

Wow, you're finally off to London! I can't wait to hear all about everything once you settle in.

Carrie™ said...

Ooooo! When you read this, you'll be in England. Have a blast and keep us updated. Being vegan in England is easy. They have so many cool things. I'm quite envious.

Melisser; the Urban Housewife said...

Hope you had a safe flight! I like to fly & blog too! hehe.

vko said...

Ahh- now you are so much farther than just Upstate NY, we have finally settled into little ole LIC and you are off in jolly ol'England. Can't wait to see what fun you will be up to- are the kitties with mom or traveling overseas? xox

Anonymous said...

Hello Bazu, I hope things are will in the UK! I just came back to tell you that I moved my blog to wordpress.

Vegan_Noodle said...

Hope you had a safe flight and are getting settled in your new place!! Can't wait to hear about your British adventures....

And doh! That reminds me that book is on my nightstand and it hasn't been read yet!

Sarah P said...

ohhhh I can't wait to read about your time in the UK! have fun!

Scott at Real Epicurean said...

Searching through my book collection - I'm sure I've got that one here, somewhere...

Steph said...

I didn't know that that book wa out already!? Yay!