Gigi Berardi's writing explores the profound connections between food, geography, and place. Drawing from her extensive academic background and hands-on experience as a homesteader, she delves into themes of sustainable living and the nourishment derived from the land. Her prose offers a unique perspective, blending intellectual inquiry with a deep appreciation for the natural world and the practices that sustain us.
The book explores critical issues faced by performing dancers, including injury management, training techniques, fitness, nutrition, and career strategies. It offers accessible overviews of each topic and features profiles of renowned dancers, highlighting their personal experiences and coping mechanisms. This comprehensive guide aims to support dancers in achieving a balanced and sustainable approach to their art and health throughout their careers.
The definitive food lover's guide to making the right choices amidst a sea of ever-changing information We live in a culture awash with advice on nutrition and eating. But what does it really mean to eat healthy? FoodWISE is for anyone who has felt unsure about how to make the “right” food choices. It is for food lovers who want to be more knowledgeable and connected to their food, while also creating meaningful dining experiences around the table. With more than thirty years of experience in farm and food studies, Gigi Berardi, PhD, shows readers how to make food choices and prepare meals that are WISE: Whole, Informed, Sustainable, and Experience based. She offers practical guidance for how to comb the aisles of your local food market with confidence and renewed excitement and debunks the questionable science behind popular diets and trends, sharing some counterintuitive tips that may surprise you—like the health benefits of eating saturated fat! FoodWISE will revolutionize how you think about healthy, enjoyable, and socially conscious cuisine.