Last year, Open Medicine Foundation (OMF) featured Rachel Riggs and her cookbook, In Good Health: Uncomplicated, Allergen-Aware Recipes for a Nourished Life, in an exclusive interview.
The book is now available for pre-order, and Rachel has pledged to donate the author proceeds from the first year of sales to ME/CFS and Long COVID research through OMF.
Words from Rachel Riggs:
Many of you know I’ve poured my heart and soul into this project for years. Publishing today is far from a meritocracy, and I’ve had to fight for this book as fiercely as I’ve fought for my health while living with ME/CFS.
This is not intended to be an ME/CFS-specific cookbook as we face so many barriers: limited stamina for cooking, myriad food intolerances, and the high cost of nourishing ingredients. But as each recipe is free of nightshades (eggplant, tomatoes, peppers, potatoes), soy, grains, gluten, legumes, pork, shellfish, dairy, refined sugar, cashews, and peanuts, I’m hopeful that this book will offer something for everyone.
For the first year, I will be donating the author’s proceeds to ME/CFS and Long COVID research through OMF.
For more details and to pre-order, please visit Amazon USA, Amazon UK or the retailer of your choice. By signing up for my newsletter, you’ll also receive updates on the book and information about exciting product giveaways.
Why You’ll Love This Book:
- It’s an invaluable resource featuring over 75 recipes, perfect for those with dietary restrictions or anyone looking to fuel their body with nutrient-dense food.
- Each recipe is free of nightshades (eggplant, tomatoes, peppers, potatoes), soy, grains, gluten, legumes, pork, shellfish, dairy, refined sugar, cashews and peanuts. (I’d like to think you won’t notice their absence!)
- I’ve kept the ingredients lists short + and the preparation times reasonable.
- There is a photo of every recipe — which isn’t solely for the purpose of drooling and dreaming — it provides context for how each dish is made and presented.
- There are oodles of new + exciting ways to get your veg on!
- Oh, and CAKE — so much cake! These everyday cakes are almond flour and maple syrup-based, and are mixed up with a single bowl + whisk.
- For the first year, all the author proceeds will be donated to ME/CFS + Long COVID research through OMF.
Why Pre-Order?
- The online price will fluctuate, but when you pre-order the book on Amazon you’re guaranteed the lowest price.
- You won’t be charged until the book ships.
- Pre-ordering ensures your book will ship when it releases on September 30th.
- Pre-sale book purchases help generate buzz before the release.
- Pre-order data provides early insight to my publisher, which helps them ensure they print enough copies to meet demand. This helps prevent the book from selling out and becoming temporarily unavailable.
- When you pre-order, you will get three FREE recipes that are not in the book.
Exclusive Bonus Recipes Offer:
Pre-order In Good Health and receive 3 bonus recipes as a FREE thank-you gift! They’ll be sent right to your inbox once you let me know you’ve pre-ordered so you can start cooking.
Not Your Grandma’s Chicken Soup:
- No soggy vegetables or flaccid noodles here — just lots of nutritious veg that’s been finely minced in the food processor to add body and infuse the broth with flavor. That, plus succulent poached chicken and a fresh squeeze of lemon. It makes a large batch and freezes beautifully!
Almond Butter Brownies + Toasted Walnuts:
- A single bowl plus a handful simple ingredients makes for a sweet fudgy treat that will hold in the fridge for a full week. If you’re not into walnuts, you can omit them!
The Everyday Cold Brew Coffee:
- Cold brew coffee is available in most grocery stores, so there’s no muss or fuss involved here. A few pantry items make this the rich and creamy (dairy + refined sugar-free) everyday coffee of your dreams, and allows you to quickly whip one up (hot or cold) for guests!
To get the bonus recipes…
- First, order your copy of In Good Health from any retailer.
- Send your receipt to InGoodHealthCookbook@yahoo.com
- Rachel will email you the recipes!
