An instantly accessible, user-friendly, go-to guide to nutrition, this will become an invaluable resource in every home. Author Dale Pinnock is the Medicinal Chef and with his practical, authoritative advice, everyone can cut down on the family's common medical complaints, trips to the doctor, expensive medication and confusing health books.

The book will begin with an indispensable alphabetical reference guide to common medical complaints - applicable to age groups from babies to the elderly; such as eczema, acid reflux, menstrual cramps, constipation, high blood pressure, fatigue and more. The second part of the book presents a list of the ingredients that will help you tackle specific ailments. The third part of the book addresses the key stages of life and outlines which basic nutritional rules you need to follow at different ages to maximize your wellbeing and help prevent illness.

Other highlights of the book include an accessible look at vitamins and supplements - whether you should take them, when you should avoid them, and how to use them safely.