Thursday, December 25, 2008

Infant Massage or New American Plate Cookbook

Infant Massage: A Handbook for Loving Parents

Author: Vimala Schneider McClur

Discover the gentle art of Infant Massage...

In this completely updated version of her renowned classic, Vimala McClure, founder of the International Association of Infant Massage, and its premier proponent in the United States, helps you master the techniques of infant massage so you can incorporate this joyful and wonderful healing art into your baby's life. She shows you why a daily massage can be one of the greatest gifts you give your child...and yourself. For generations mothers the world over have known that the soft stroke of their hands soothes, calms, and communicates their love to their babies. Now scientific research proves that massage can do all that and more.

In Infant Massage, McClure shares how massage benefits children—easing discomfort, releasing tension, helping premature infants gain weight, even helping asthmatic children improve breathing function. She explains each step of the massage process with simple easy-to-follow instructions and delightful photographs demonstrating each stroke. You'll also find:

  • Specific routines tailored to help relieve colic, fever, chest and nasal congestion
  • Modified instructions for premature infants and babies with special needs
  • Helpful hints on dealing with crying and fussing
  • Lullabies, rhymes, and games to enhance the massage experience
  • Guidance for teaching children about "good touch"
  • A special chapter dedicated to fathers
  • Compassionate advice for foster and adoptive parents
  • And much more



    Interesting textbook: Letter to a Christian Nation or American Gunfight

    New American Plate Cookbook: Recipes for a Healthy Weight and a Healthy Life

    Author: The American Institute for Cancer Research

    We all want great-tasting meals, but we also want meals that help us maintain a healthy weight and live longer, healthier lives. Marrying the art and science of food, The New American Plate Cookbook is the first cookbook designed to accomplish all three goals. A team of cooks, nutritionists, food writers, scientists, and others who are passionate about food collaborated to create 200 recipes, from appetizers to desserts, that combine sound nutrition with culinary ingenuity. From updated favorites to innovative showstoppers, The New American Plate Cookbook delights the senses--with vivid colors, tempting aromas, and luscious flavors--while helping you reduce your risk of serious health problems like cancer and heart disease. Whether you wish to achieve a healthy weight or find a lifelong approach to eating nutritious meals, The New American Plate Cookbook will satisfy your conscience while it dazzles your palate.

    The New American Plate Cookbook includes:

    *200 recipes, from appetizers, soups, and salads to one-pot dishes and entrées to vegetables, egg dishes, breads, pilafs, desserts, and more
    *74 full-color photographs
    *Tips on meal planning and complementary combinations of dishes
    *Practical suggestions and a guide to ingredients and cooking techniques
    *Information on the science behind the New American Plate approach

    Recipes from The New American Plate Cookbook:

    Bruschetta with Green Pea and Roasted Garlic Spread
    Butternut Squash, Tomato and Watercress Soup
    Mixed Greens with Blueberries and Feta
    Sweet Potato and Pear Stir-Fry with Chicken and Chili Sauce
    New American Beef Stew
    Greek-Style Scallops
    Chickenwith Tomatoes, Honey and Cinnamon
    Broccoli with Scallion Dressing and Hazelnuts
    Gingered Carrots with Golden Raisins and Lemon
    Heirloom Whole Wheat Bread
    Whole Corn and Green Chile Muffins
    Rice Pudding with Pears and Apples
    Fresh Plum Tart

    Library Journal

    Phytochemicals-bioactive plant substances considered to be beneficial for people-are the centerpiece of a diet being championed by the American Institute for Cancer Research. Its "New American Plate" is built around vegetables and whole grains, with an emphasis on brown rice, wheat pasta, and other healthful foods, rather than protein. In fact, a three-ounce portion of any protein is the recommended serving size, while most Americans have at least twice that much in one meal. Recipes are appealing and easy to make and cover every course of a meal. Well-known dishes are reworked, e.g., New England Clam Chowder, to help with the transition to healthier eating. Although the overuse of the word phytochemicals may scare some readers, this glossy, eye-catching cookbook is recommended for most cookery collections.-Deborah Shippy, Moline P.L., IL Copyright 2005 Reed Business Information.



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