Due to a passing in the family a few years ago and my subsequent health issues stemming from that, I was unable to download this book in time to review it before it was archived as I did not visit this site for years after the bereavement. Thank you for the opportunity.

Nuts and Seeds: Improving Your Health is a health and nutrition guide written around the idea that nuts and seeds provide distinct (evidence based) positive benefits when utilized sensibly in the modern diet. Due out 19th Nov. 2019 by Pen & Sword on their White Owl imprint, it's 176 pages and will be available in paperback and ebook formats (ebook available now).

There are so many faddish diet books giving advice about what to eat, not to eat, what to drink, what not to drink, fats are bad (or good), some fats are ok, fats are necessary, etc etc. What most of them lack is real, solid, evidence based reasoning behind the claims. This book on the other hand is well written, layman accessible, and easy to digest. It also provides an interesting overview of the way scientific research is evaluated and how to learn to winnow through the mountains of information available and make logical factual choices.

The introductory chapters (~10% of the content) cover what nuts and seeds are, what makes them nutritionally distinct, what impact they can have on the diet as well as some research on disease and lifestyle connections. The rest of the book covers individual nuts and seeds in alphabetical order from almonds to walnuts. The individual nut/seed chapters each give an overview and specifics about each nut and seed as well as tips on how to use them.

The photography is very well done, full color and illustrative. The text is clear and easy to understand. The last section of the book includes a glossary with layman accessible language explaining some of the biochemistry and physiology discussed in the previous chapters. The author also does a great job explaining the hierarchy of evidence; how to be a critical reader and why some research is considered better than other research.

The references section is full of sources for further research and reading. There's also a good cross referenced index. The book doesn't go into detail about allergies or potentially severe reactions to nuts and seed products. Obviously in the case of food allergies, readers should avoid triggers.

This is a well researched, very well written and presented book. Five stars.

Thank you Pen and Sword and Netgalley for this ARC.

This is a fabulous accomplishment to your kitchen. Really well researched, with lovely photographs, this book was so much more than I had anticipated.

Each nut and seed is introduced with its historical origin before outlining the nutrients benefits and how it can be incorporated into recipes as well as lifestyles in general.

A fabulous book, providing lots of vibrant, enticing new ideas for incorporating these healthy foods into your life,

This is a very comprehensive look at edible nuts and seeds. Each listing includes nutrients, what health problems it's good for, ways to incorporate it into your diet, and more. In addition, the author explains very clearly the studies she used in her research, and carefully cites information, giving the reader better transparency about what is stated. I really appreciated that. This would be great for anyone interested in improving their diet and health, for vegans and vegetarians, for dieticians and nutritionists, for just about anyone!

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This book is a great source of information and outlines all the health and mineral benefits of each type of not - its not really a recipe book more a source of nutritional information for nuts and seeds. As a vegan i found it a really interesting read and would recommend it.

publisher synopsis: Nuts and seeds such as almonds, walnuts, pumpkin seeds, and sunflower seeds are bursting with vital nutrients. Even just a handful is rich with vitamins, minerals and fats, all of, which we need, and which team up to help your heart, brain and waistline. As little as an ounce a day provides invaluable fiber, protein, and immune-boosting minerals.

Nuts and seeds contain mono and polyunsaturated fats, essential, healthful fats which are essential to maintaining the normal structure of every cell in our bodies. Meats, full-fat dairy, fried foods and processed foods are where the harmful forms of saturated and trans fats are found. Research shows that diets high in these unhealthy fats can lead to a host of diseases. Choosing healthy fats lowers cholesterol and enriches cell development, growth and repair.


This is a great tool for anyone and everyone. Being healthier and doing so naturally can only benefit not harm (unless you have a food allergy.)

I received an advance reader copy in exchange for a fair review.

An in depth look at how adjusting your diet to include more nuts and seeds will improve many areas of your health. The protein and good fats you get from nuts and seeds help to keep you healthy longer. This book is great for everyone, but if you know someone working at losing weight, give them a copy of this book, it really will help.

This is a nut and seed bible, full of convincing evidence as to why we should all be eating plenty of this natural fast food. I love them anyway but it was nice to read all the health benefits for each variety. I have found a few more varieties that I currently don't eat that I am rushing out to buy. The book is very well structured and easy to read with just the right amount of information. Some lovely pictures are included. The only improvement for me would have been a few basic recipes, or maybe even some spice combinations for roasting. Overall an excellent book.

I loved the enormous information about all types of seeds and nuts. Beautiful photos. Great tips. Few recipes and a wonderful nutritional facts. I just wish this would have come in Kindle format too. Otherwise very informative book!