Low-Calorie Weight Loss Cookbook: The 28-Day Plan to Take Control of Your Health and Weight

Biographical Note:
MANUEL VILLACORTA, MS, RDN, is an internationally recognized, award-winning registered dietitian-nutritionist with more than 18 years of experience. A best-selling author who has published five additional books, Manuel earned his BS in nutrition and physiology metabolism from the University of California, Berkeley, and his MS in nutrition and food science from California State University, San Jose

Review Quotes:
"If you want to know the secret behind the true principles of long-term, sustainable weight loss, Manuel Villacorta's book is for you. Not only will you get evidence-based guidelines including structured, nourishing sample menus from a credible expert registered dietitian, you'll also have 75 mouthwatering recipes to enjoy. You won't be hungry as you reach your weight-loss goals with this book!" --Sarah Koszyk, MA, RDN, registered dietitian/sports nutritionist and founder of MIJA

Review Quotes:
"As a registered dietitian and the president and CEO for the Produce for Better Health Foundation, I am always looking for ways to promote the consumption of more fruits and vegetables, and Manuel's cookbook proved to be the perfect tool for such a mission. When it comes to transforming well-loved comfort food recipes into deliciously simple and nutritious meals, Manuel nailed it and makes eating your fruits and vegetables positively gourmet! He makes it effortless to put together beautiful meals the entire family will enjoy that are low in calories, but high in flavor and nutrition, and most importantly, include more plants!" --Wendy Reinhardt Kapsak, MS, RDN, president & CEO of Produce for Better Health Foundation

Review Quotes:
"Manuel knows the barriers people come up against when trying to lose weight regarding food. He gives you everything you need, including easy-to-follow meal plans and recipes. Shop, cook, exercise, rest, and repeat--his 28-day plan makes every one of these things easier through simple yet delicious recipes, detailed shopping lists, and an exercise plan. A must-have book to start your weight-loss journey." --Aaron Dence, ACSM certified exercise physiologist, ACSM Exercise is Medicine(R), former owner of 6 fitness and wellness studios in San Francisco

Publisher Marketing:

Reach your weight loss goals with help from this approachable low calorie cookbook

Lose weight while still enjoying the foods you love with help from this low calorie cookbook. You'll find everything you need to successfully start and sustain your weight loss journey, including flavorful, low calorie recipes, a 28-day meal plan, and exercise recommendations to supplement your diet.

Packed with simple breakfasts, lunches, dinners, and snacks, this low calorie cookbook relies on healthy, everyday ingredients you can easily find at your local grocery store. These delicious recipes also include reasonable serving sizes for easy portion control and detailed nutritional information to help you maintain a well-balanced diet.

In this low calorie cookbook, you'll find:

• A healthy approach to weight loss--Find advice for setting realistic goals, eating nutrient-dense foods, stocking your kitchen, and staying accountable.
• Beginner-friendly exercises--Incorporate some movement into your weight loss journey with illustrated exercise guides for upper body, lower body, and core strength.
• A complete meal plan--Help kick-start your weight loss with a monthlong menu of meals that include total daily calorie counts and weekly grocery shopping lists.

Simplify mealtime with this low calorie cookbook that makes it easy to live a healthier lifestyle.

Contributor Bio:Villacorta, Manuel

MANUEL VILLACORTA, MS, RDN, is an internationally recognized, award-winning registered dietitian-nutritionist with more than 18 years of experience. A best-selling author who has published five additional books, Manuel earned his BS in nutrition and physiology metabolism from the University of California, Berkeley, and his MS in nutrition and food science from California State University, San Jose.