Brings together authentic traditions of Oriental medicine with up-to-date research on healthy vegetarian diets. A valuable guide & reference work featuring current guidelines on nutrition basics; easily understood discussions of the Chinese healing arts applied to the physical & emotional condition; & how to make a gentle transition from a diet rich in meat to one centered on whole grains & vegetables. Over 300 hearty vegetarian recipes, as well as the healing properties of plant & animal foods. Sections on weight loss & various health problems; & detailed "regeneration diets". Also, herbal treatments for various degenerative conditions.