JUSTINE HAYS, MS, RD, is a registered dietitian living in western New York. She loves spending time with her family, cooking, reading cozy mysteries, enjoying time outdoors, traveling, and sampling the wonderful food her region has to offer
As a cardiologist, I know the importance of a healthy diet in managing a diagnosis of heart disease. Changing your diet can be daunting as an adult and overwhelming to implement on short notice after a recent cardiac diagnosis. Justine does an excellent job in not only providing a well-thought-out 14-day meal plan but also explaining the 'why' behind healthy food selections. This makes reading this book feel like you are in a personal partnership with your very own dietician. I found this cookbook to be an excellent resource for patients making the plunge toward adopting a healthier lifestyle after a recent cardiac diagnosis and a great first step toward better heart health. --Jennifer L., cardiologist As a family medicine physician, I am always looking for ways to help my patients with diabetes and heart disease get back on track with their diets. Hays really breaks down healthy eating in an easy-to-follow yet educational way. I will definitely be recommending this book to future patients! --Sam Fatoorehchi, MD, board certified family medicine physician As a registered dietitian, I am always looking for great resources to offer my clients. This cookbook is perfect for those who are recovering from a cardiac event or trying to manage other heart health related conditions. It is very straightforward. I love that it includes some educational reading in the beginning and it has tons of awesome recipes! Awesome cookbook! --Shannon Wilson, registered dietitian