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(More customer reviews)One does not have to be a Da Vinci Code groupie or a math-geek to understand "The Diet Code." Lanzalotta's book details the wellness-plan he created, based on The "Golden Ratio"-a mathematical formula used by Renaissance masters. This formula defines patterns and sequences found in nature-including human structure. Whether or not to believe that Phi governs the perfect dietary design for humans is academic. The book is an enjoyable read. Though his food-groupings need tweaking--olive oil, for example, listed as a fatty protein, contains just traces of protein-Lanzalotta's plan is nutritious and doable.
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He restores the pleasure of food, art of cooking, and joy of eating to the science of nutrition. This is not a deprivation diet. Foods generally considered taboo (i.e.: chocolate, wine, full-fat cheese) are incorporated. Lanzalotta's plan is neither high- nor low-carb, neither high- nor low-fat. The macronutrient percentages (including protein) are within the recommended ranges. Who can argue with a regime promoting the fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, seafood, and the moderate use of health-enhancing fats? Foods suggested are affordable and generally available. Economy is realized in time too-food prep is a snap. The recipes are tasty. The emphasis on freshness and presentation creates the illusion of gourmet without all the fuss. His recipes are readily adaptable. I have substituted bucatini and shrimp for fettucine and salmon in his Salmon Puttanesca. Lanzalotta's ethnic Italian cuisine is fun to experiment with. I've enjoyed flavor combinations new to me: lemon dressing seasoned with anise seed and mint; lamb stew with cloves, rosemary, and prunes. Lanzalotta's intuitive pairing of foodstuffs from Old World cuisine--"companatico" is truly remarkable. "Peasant food"-is good food!
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DESCRIPTION: As a master baker, painter, and woodworker, Stephen Lanzalotta has used the mathematical principles of The Golden Ratio (an integral plot element in The Da Vinci Code) for more than 30 years. His realization that this seemingly magic formula, once used by Da Vinci, held the secret to optimal health and weight loss led him to apply it to his menu at his popular bakery/café. Thus was born THE DIET CODE, a revolutionary Mediterranean-style program that makes each meal as easy as 1-2-3 (1 part grain, 2 parts protein, 3 parts vegetable/fruit), to boost metabolism and spark weight loss. The plan reveals Renaissance foods that promote weight control and includes unique tips for diet success, including: * Eat bread--but not without fat or protein * Cook pasta al dente to boost fat loss * Balance your plate by The Golden Ratio of carbs,protein, and fat. Combining menu plans and recipes, as well as Renaissance lore and Italian tips on healthy eating, this is a unique diet plan from the ages for the ages.
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