Make sure you peek at their before and after photos of the family. Collectively they lost 200 pounds in less than fifteen months as well as transformed the health of everyone in the family. In my opinion that is all the proof you need. If you feel healthy, have energy, clarity and you are not swelling then it’s right for you.
In the beginning of the book you will also find the forward written by Elana Amsterdam from Elana’s Pantry and author of 2 of my favorite cookbooks using almond flour. There are others who have written about this book too: Adventures of a Gluten-Free Mom, The Clothes Make The Girl, Eat the Cookie, Cave Girl Eats, and Gluten Free Goodness just to name a few.
Being this is a Paleo book you will not find any gluten or dairy which is perfect for me. They also do not contain peanuts or soy. Another bonus for our family. But in addition to that there is an allergen guide in the back of the book that gives you information on which recipes either have or do not have fish, shellfish, tree nuts or eggs. Of course if you don’t want to look up the chart in the back it’s noted on every recipe on the side bar with a creative picture representation that is super easy to glance at and know if that recipe has eggs, tree nuts, fish or shellfish. Perfect for kids to see if that recipe is right for them too.
As for the recipes we’ve made a few and so far everything has been great. We love full flavored foods in my house and these recipes are full of that. I think this recipe and guidebook is a great addition to your kitchen and I hope your book ends up looking like my copy, a little sticky, turned down corners, notes and a book used in the kitchen a lot!