Feeding the Body, Nourishing the Soul Essentials of Eating for Physical, Emotional and Spiritual Well-Being

Nutritional anthropologist Deborah Kesten believes that the hectic pace of everyday life has resulted in a loss of our spiritual connection to food. We don't seem to be paying attention to how our meals are prepared, much less to our state of mind as we eat. This is a mistake, feels Kesten, for it turns out that you are not only what you eat, but how you eat.Feeding the Body, Nourishing the Soul shows readers how to create a fresh, enlightened, and more healthy relationship to eating. It draws upon ancient food wisdom derived from various world religions including Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Buddhism, and cultural traditions such as the Japanese tea ceremony. From "the food-mood connection" to Kesten's remarkable findings regarding spiritual disconnectedness and eating disorders, this book uncovers new links between body and soul. Filled with step-by-step guidelines and fascinating insights from over forty-five scientists and spiritual teachers including Jon Kabat-Zinn and Larry Dossey, this is a must read for anyone desiring a healthier, more conscious relationship to food.