Book Publishing Company (TN) Low Fodmap and Vegan: What to Eat When You Can't Eat Anything

"Low-FODMAP and Vegan" has been a welcome and delicious addition to my cookbook collection, although this doesn’t surprise me, as I love all of Jo Stepaniak’s cookbooks. In this book Jo shares her firsthand experiences and well researched material with sound knowledge and compassion; provides a thorough yet easy to understand definition of what a FODMAP is; gives us a solid primer on IBS; and explains why even someone who has already embraced a healthy diet might be having difficulties. As usual, Jo has brought valuable information to those who need it most. This book covers everything from the basics to the recipes, provides multiple resources for further exploration, and brings hope to those who don’t know where else to turn. And, speaking of the recipes, Jo has definitely woven her magic into these 100+ creations. With recipes ranging from the simplest of foods to get you through an IBS attack, to more elaborate dishes that are still IBS proof, this book has something for everyone. There is even a section on how to carefully add trigger foods back into your diet when the time comes. You’ll never have to worry about a lack of flavor or variety here, even if this is the only cookbook you own. From IBS safe sauces and toppings, to breakfast bowls, soups, salads, sandwiches, and entrees, these recipes are a delight for anyone, not just someone with IBS. I look forward to trying all the recipes in this book, but I didn’t want to wait until then to provide my review. The recipes I’ve tried so far are the Greek Tofu Feta, so good, I could eat it all by itself! It makes a delicious topping for salads, pasta, polenta, pizza, and potatoes; Tofu Bacon Strips, hands down the best vegan bacon ever, baked, not fried, and perfect for BLT’s! I also made it with the tempeh option, equally delicious; Cream of Carrot and Parsnip Soup – earthy, rich, and exotic, and deeply satisfying; Lentil Salad with Chard and Tomatoes makes a wonderful main dish salad, with the Greek Tofu Feta taking it over the top; for a nice variation on basic pasta and marinara, try the Eggplant and Spinach Bolognese with Pasta, very elegant, but quick and easy to prepare; the Classic Lentil Loaf is rich and satisfying, made with basic ingredients, and perfect for holiday gatherings, or anytime; Good-to-Your-Gut Barbecue Sauce is so easy to make, and so delicious, you’ll never want the pre-bottled version again; Yum-Yum Sauce is perfectly named, so flavorful, and good on just about anything, especially the Lentil Loaf. I’m happily anticipating the same positive results as I work my way through the rest of the recipes. The information in this book is solid; the recipes are delicious; the photographs are beautiful! I wholeheartedly recommend Low-FODMAP and Vegan.

Great. This book is helping me a lot. It is very complete, the best book that I've had about low-fodmap diet that really helped me with my IBS syndrome.

Love this book! Great recipes which are easy to follow.

Enfin un livre de recettes, d'idées et de conseils. Si vous êtes intolérant ou sensible, c'est le livre qu'il vous faut. Je recommande vivement!

Despite not being a recipe person, I took the chance to purchase this book. Seven years ago, I experienced a severe flare-up of IBS after a Shigella infection which eventually —after almost one year of persistent nausea and bad belly pains, resulted in me ending up in hospital. Back then I knew nothing about FODMAPS but when my IBS symptoms recently worsened again, I started to do my own investigation. What I love about this book is the personal story of the author (as a starter), which freed me of any kind of half hidden guilt or shame. The background information about IBS is thorough as is the explanation about FODMAPS (source: Monash University) and other relevant subjects. For instance, to me it was a relief to learn that I could actually eat sourdough bread and seitan again (which I’m both fond of) in spite of the fact that both contain gluten. True, the elimination phase of the diet may be a little hard but for me it’s worth all the effort, and this book seems to offer me tons of loving support and encouragement. I’m ready to embark! PS To be honest, I haven’t had a thorough look at the recipe section yet but at first glance they seem tasty and simple — I’ll definitely try out some of them! Final thought: to anyone who’s dedicated to her or his vegan way of life and who suffers IBS: do yourself a favour — this is your book.