The Whole Food Pregnancy Plan: Eat Clean & Feel Good with Complete Nutrition

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Get both mama and baby on track for a healthy, happy, and delicious life!

More and more studies show that the human body is not meant to digest the amount of processed wheat we've grown accustomed to. Whether you have Celiac disease or are simply trying to reduce your gluten intake, you are guaranteed to benefit from this insightful book.We all know that "you are what you eat." And once you conceive, your baby is what you eat as wellprenatal health and nutrition during pregnancy is so imperative!

The US is one of only eight countries in the world where the rate of mortality for pregnant women is on the rise, and obesity is one of the primary causes of this phenomenonhalf of all pregnant women are considered overweight (notdue to baby weight gained during pregnancy, which is completely natural and expected).

Widely accepted, doctor- and dietitian-prescribed nutrition guidelines actually may be contributing to the growing obesity and gestational diabetes epidemics. Newly expectant mothers receive a packet of health information from their doctors, including a nutrition pamphlet, which proscribes a daily food regimen with 100 grams of sugar per daythe amount of sugar in 10 glazed donuts!

Aimee has developed a comprehensive nutrition guide that helps expecting and postpartum women achieve ideal health and weight during pregnancy and beyond. Implementing philosophies of current, highly-effective gluten-free nutrition trends that have not been fully introduced to the prenatal and postpartum populations, The Whole Pregnancy offers a detailed dietary regimen that is based on whole and unprocessed foods, low-glycemic carbohydrates, quality proteins, and essential fats. Developed by a certified nutritionist, the meal-planning system presents a variety of simple, delicious recipes to benefit mother and baby. It also provides special instruction for each stage of pregnancy, including the first, second, and third trimesters, as well as the fourth trimester of postpartum weight loss and nursing.

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A wealth of research and knowledge of nutrition is presented here, in a clear and informative guide focusing on natural unprocessed foods, complete with mouthwatering recipes and meal plans that are easy to follow. What a fantastic resource for women striving to equip themselves with invaluable knowledge of how to best nourish their bodies to the optimal level for both themselves and their babiesnot just prenatally, but also through pregnancy and the postpartum period.
Lisa Edlund, CNS, RNDIV1, RM

"Aimee combines healthful recipes with a user friendly, comprehensive guide to eating better for both you and your baby; I wish this book existed when I was first working with clients on fertility, pregnancy, and breastfeeding!"
Ariane Resnick, CNC, chef and author of The Bone Broth Miracle

"The Whole Pregnancy answers common questions and concerns with an updated and more mindful approach! Aimee's book speaks to those who realize that food should be one's medicine, as it plays the most important role in prenatal development."
Alexandra Maw, founder of Kaleidoscope Juice

This is a comprehensive guide to being as healthy as possible during pregnancy while optimizing the nutrition needed by a growing brain. Time and again, we see the removal of gluten from one's diet enhance the wellbeing of parents and children alikeI couldnt recommend following Aimees guide any more strongly. Its the only one you need during your pregnancy.
J.B. Handley, cofounder of Generation Rescue

Aimee has always been so inquisitive and determined, with complete focus, passion for wellness, and overall trust in her body. Her persistence and knowledge shines through in her everyday life and through this incredible book. I'm eager to share this resource with all of my pregnant & postpartum clients!
Lauren Jacobs, doula and owner of Doulas of Orange County

"Aimee does a great job of taking a complex subject and making it easyand funto read, comprehend, and most importantly, follow. The recipes look so delicious that the whole family will enjoy them, not just the one who is pregnant!"
Kendra Whitmire, MS, nutritionist at Sunshine Nutrition & Wellness

All I can say is FINALLY a book about having a successful and nutritious, gluten-free pregnancy! I was soaking up every word while feeling empowered and educated about the whole process. Aimee put me at ease with her no-stress meal plans and knowledge about what is best for the baby. I know I will be using this as my pregnancy guide and I highly encourage people to pick up a copy of this book even before they are pregnant, as these principals can be easily applied to everyday eating!
Emily Turner, gluten-free private and personal chef; creator of Gluten Free With Emily

"Aimees attention to detail when it comes to nutrition education is spot on, and her recipes are deliciouswhether you are following a gluten-free diet or not. This book helps you to understand what foods and supplements you and your baby need to ensure a healthy pregnancy. Pregnancy should be a joyful time in our life, but worrying about what to eat could be tiresome! Aimee takes the guesswork away and allows you to do what you do best: grow new life. Anyone expecting should add The Whole Pregnancy to their pregnancy book collection."
Andrea Donsky, holistic nutritionist, author of Unjunk Your Junk Food

The Whole Pregnancy is an essential primer for women before, during, and after pregnancy. The easy-to-follow format offers practical advice, helpful charts, and doable recipes for eating foods that are nutrient-dense to support both mom and baby. It is the perfect gift for an expecting mother!
Cynthia Spivey, author of How to Eat Paleo (When You Don't Live in a Cave)

Author Bio

Aimee Aristotelousis a certified nutritionist, specializing in prenatal dietetics as well as ketogenic and gluten-free nutrition. Her expertise has been featured in a variety of publications including Health, People, Huffington Post, Yahoo! News, Insider, Motherly, Consumer Health Digest, Simply Gluten-Free, Well + Good, The National Celiac Association, and Delight Gluten-Free. As a new mother, Aimee was able to use her own pregnancy as a platform to apply her educational background and research, which resulted in an optimally healthy, active, and ideal pregnancy. During her pregnancy, she was hired by the company Belly Bandit to model a line of their pregnancy lingerie. In addition to her Nutrition and Wellness certification through American Fitness Professionals and Associates, Aimee has a bachelors degree in business/marketing from California State University, Long Beach. She is also the author of Almost Keto, The 30-Day Keto Plan, and Super Simple Keto. Aimee enjoys the beach, cooking, and traveling, and resides with her husband and son in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Dr. Kenneth Akeyis a board-certified Mission Viejo pediatrics doctor who serves the Mission Viejo and Saddleback areas of Orange County, California. In his twenty-five years of private practice, Dr. Akey has cultivated many strong relationships with his patients and their families. A graduate of the University of California, Irvine, School of Medicine, Dr. Akeys passions include developmental pediatrics and nutrition. He stresses the importance of a healthy diet to all of his patients and their parents, as they are often the ones with ultimate control over what their child eats. When Dr. Akey isnt providing warm, knowledgeable care for children, he enjoys working out, being involved at his church, and spending time with his wife, children, and grandchildren.