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Diet, by definition, is the type of food consumed in a certain period. It can be as simple as an average daily meal. It can also be part of a treatment program for medical conditions. The ketogenic diet has long been used in the treatment of epilepsy in children. Recent findings showed that it has other benefits aside from controlling seizures. Since its introduction in the 1920s, the ketogenic diet remains controversial until today. In this audiobook learn more about the ketogenic diet today.

Have you ever felt overwhelmed even at the thought of hosting a gathering? Do you find yourself sifting through pages of complex cocktail recipes, only to feel more confused and intimidated? Imagine crafting cocktails that capture the essence of each season, bursting with farm-fresh flavors and garnished to perfection—all while remaining the relaxed, joyful host or hostess you aspire to be.

Starting your own distillery can be a tremendously rewarding venture, allowing you to transform your passion for spirits into a thriving business. However, the path to becoming a successful distillery owner is riddled with challenges—complex regulations, significant startup costs, and mastering the art of distillation are just the beginning. Crafting Spirits from Scratch is a detailed guide designed to help aspiring distillery owners navigate these obstacles successfully.

Who will have the last word on wine, if not Jamie Goode? Over the last decade, Goode has embarked on almost nonstop travel through the world’s vineyards in an effort to understand the beautifully diverse and complicated world of wine. His hard-nosed pursuit of the most interesting stories to tell about wine has led us here, to The Goode Guide to Wine. It is a book designed to provoke and inspire in equal measure, encouraging the listener to be critical and to see the world of wine through fresh eyes.

From an award-winning journalist and beer expert, a thoughtful and witty guide to understanding and enjoying beer Right here, right now is the best time in the history of mankind to be a beer drinker. America now has more breweries than at any time since prohibition, and globally, beer culture...

Essential wine pairings for everything from popcorn to veggie burgers to General Tso’s Chicken, based on the wildly popular Grub Street column Sancerre and Cheetos go together like milk and cookies. The science behind this unholy alliance is as elemental as acid, fat, salt, and minerals. Wine...

In this fascinating book, beer expert Mark Dredge dives into the history of lager, from how it was first brewed, to what role was played by German monks and kings in the creation of the drink we know so well today. From the importance of 500-year-old purity laws to a scrupulously researched exploration of modern beer gardens (it's a hard life), Mark has delved deep into the story of the world's favourite beer. From 16th-century Bavaria to the recent popularity of specialist craft lagers, A Brief History of Lager is an engaging and informative exploration of a classic drink.

Are you looking for fast, easy, and nutritious juicing recipes to start your great day? Tired of popping so many pills and capsules to get your daily nutrients? What if there is a healthier way of getting your nutrients and vitamins instead of capsules and pills. Wouldn't you want to know about it? Do you know that there are specific juicing recipes for specific purposes? Discover everything that you need to know about juicing to lead to healthier living.

Called the brandy of the gods by Victor Hugo, Cognac is a universal symbol of refinement and quality. In the first comprehensive history of this celebrated drink, Kyle Jarrard charts Cognac's birth in the 1500s and its transformation into the world's most coveted brandy. Along the way, he reveals how Cognac distillers weathered vineyard die-offs, the German occupation, and other challenges over the years - and offers a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at Hennessy, Remy-Martin, Courvoisier, Martell, and other legendary brands.

In his new book, leading neuroscientist Gordon M. Shepherd expands on the startling discovery that the brain creates the taste of wine. This approach to understanding wine's sensory experience draws on findings in neuroscience, biomechanics, human physiology, and traditional enology. Shepherd shows that creating the taste of wine engages more of the brain than does any other human behavior.

Having conquered the world's taste buds and established itself as a staple in our daily lives, coffee has mirrored the moods and movements of society for centuries - yet, how much do we know about its history? In his riveting new book, A Short History of Coffee, Gordon Kerr investigates the fascinating history behind the global obsession with coffee, from its Ethiopian origins, the legends, myths, geographical locations and somewhat eccentric characters that have helped make it the staple that it is today.

Shortlisted for the André Simon Food & Drink Book Award An intoxicating interconnected history of booze and medicine, from one of the world’s foremost cocktail writers. Consider the Negroni. The bittersweet cocktail dating to the early 1900s is made of equal parts gin, sweet vermouth and...

And are you too lazy to spend any time whatsoever learning things? This might be your jam. The greatest wine book ever—written by the world’s leading wine influencer. Adapted from the hugely popular Drinking & Knowing Things blog, this book provides 52 specific wine recommendations. All you gotta do is spend five minutes each week listening to the weekly wine recommendation, and then go out and drink a bottle of it. Within three months, you’ll be wine conversant. Within six months, you’ll become the de facto sommelier of your social group.

Globalization has pushed back the borders of the wine world, creating a complex, interconnected market where Old World and New World wines and producers compete head to head. Writing with wit and verve, Mike Veseth (a.k.a. the Wine Economist) tells the compelling story of the war between the market forces that are redrawing the world wine map and the terroirists who resist them. 

As the saying goes, "You are what you eat", so if you want to change something about your lifestyle then start with your diet. Having a healthy balanced diet is the best way in the long run, but in the meantime, detoxing by using teas can make sure that you are getting all of the benefits in the short term. Sugar Detox for Beginners - A guide to help you cut out the sugar from your diet without having to go on a strict diet. This audiobook contains some fantastic natural teas that contain the really good ingredients needed for good health.

In this book, we discuss the history of distilling and the history of whiskey in America, how to build your own still, how to create your own batch of home brewed whiskey, and the costs associated with doing so. If you are a novice homebrewer looking to break into the craft brewing hobby, this book is for you!

The Home Distiller’s Workbook tackles the often misunderstood and misrepresented world of moonshine and distillation and reduces them to such simple concepts that even a first time "Shiner" can understand. The HDW will introduce you to the three basic steps in making your own artisan-crafted spirits: brewing, distilling, and ageing. We will be tackling these steps one by one in a way that will have you saying "I just can’t believe it was that easy." And the truth is that it’s even easier then that. If you can follow a recipe to make a cake then with the help of the HDW you could be making anything from Moonshine to Vodka.

How much do you know about your favorite drink? If you’ve wondered why whiskey is so popular or what the real difference is between scotch and bourbon, this book is for you. Packed with interesting facts, this book tells you all you ever wanted to know about whiskey. This book explains what proof is and why it matters so much for your whiskey. You also learn the right way to judge a good whiskey, including how it should look, smell, and most importantly, taste.

'Tom is one of my favourite people to taste wine with' - Oz Clarke 'Tom's love of wine is matched by his dedication to sharing down-to-earth insights with accessibility and fun' - Olly Smith From grape to glass, this highly readable and charismatic guide will teach you everything you need to...

Celebrate all of the special moments in your life, big and small, with this warm and welcoming, lifestyle and entertaining guide, complete with delicious, healthy recipes, from actress, fashion icon, entrepreneur, and New York Times bestselling author of Pretty Happy Kate Hudson. In Pretty Happy...