Mary Purdy, MS, RDN, Mary Purdy, MS, RDN, is an integrative and eco-minded dietitian. She has provided nutrition and lifestyle counseling for more than 12 years, has given 100+ nutrition workshops, and speaks nationally at health and nutrition conferences on the topics of both nutritional and environmental health. Mary also hosts the podcast Mary's Nutrition Show. She lives in Seattle, Washington.
A powerful self-guided treatment! Mary clearly displays how food is medicine, and how it can help heal your gut. This book is a trusted source you can use to heal your gut on your own, with following a few simple guidelines. --Maria Hines, Chef and Owner of Tilth Restaurant, James Beard Award winner for Best Chef of the Northwest Mary is one of the most talented, insightful, and fun teachers in the field of plant-based living. She's a joy to learn from and a treasure to work with. No matter how complicated the topic, Mary has the unique ability to make nutrition science delicious and digestible. If you want to improve your health, let her be your delightful guide! --Kris Carr, New York Times Best-Selling Author, Cancer Thriver & Wellness Activist Mary Purdy does a masterful job of introducing and breaking down the microbiome in terms that are understandable and relatable. We come away with good knowledge of why a healthy microbiome is important to our health, how we may be harming our bacteria, and steps to nourish our microbiome through our diet and beyond. Furthermore, this brilliant book sets you up for success with an abundance of amazing recipes to feed and keep our bacteria happy! --Andrea Nakayama, Founder, CEO and Clinical Director of Functional Nutrition Alliance