Healing Tonics, Juices, and Smoothies: 100+ Elixirs to Nurture Body and Soul Hardcover – June 20, 2017

I've never written a review for Amazon, so when I clicked on 5 stars and "I love it!" was the phrase, I thought PERFECT! This is an amazing book filled with delicious recipes, beautiful pictures for each elixir, and a wealth of background information to guide you on your journey to better health. Jessica Weston has spent years studying nutrition and food as medicine both at home and abroad. Reaching into this vast repertoire of knowledge and experiences, she has compiled the most outrageously delicious, but healthy tonics and juices for all of us to feast upon.So far my personal favorite is the "Golden Goddess" mango smoothie. I have arthritis, so I already had tried turmeric paste and coconut milk in some another recipe, but while healthy, they didn't engage my palate. It was a medicinal drink. Ugh! But Jessica's smoothie is fit for a goddess. It is as advertised: "yummy and full of anti-inflammatories at the same. . . . and easy to make once. Yes! My new "go to" health drink.Some of the recipes call for ingredients that I'm not familiar with. . . . I haven't explored the Mayan jungles yet. . . but Jessica Weston not only tells you about all the special herbs and spices, but which vendors sell these timeless remedies as well. Her glossary, sourcing and equipment sections at the back of the book provide invaluable information for beginning your journey to better health.I have not gotten into cleanses yet, but for those of you who do, there is a whole section on nourishing and raw cleanses: again with spectacular pictures to go along with each delectable recipe. Whether or not I do all that's suggested with a cleanse, I know I'll be trying the Chocolate Avocado Mousse and Baked Paleo Lasagna somewhere along my journey through this truly inspired book.I've had the pleasure of meeting Jessica Weston, and know that she passionately believes in everything she's written in this book. She lives this healthy lifestyle every day. She radiates positive energy and healing into everything she does. This book is no exception. If you are even remotely interested in becoming more healthy mentally and physically, you need to give Healing Tonics, Juices, and Smoothies a try.Healing Tonics, Juices, and Smoothies: 100+ Elixirs to Nurture Body and Soul

This book is awesome. I got a juicer for a wedding gift and wasn't sure on what to juice. This book had awesome recipes like the rainbow juice, and I still use this book weekly.

I am so impressed by this book filled with information I knew little about. I find the book inviting to read and the pictures are so wonderful. I love seeing exactly how the end product looks. I have already learned a lot just by reading it and as I experiment I will learn more. The book is very well done, clear and simple with an underlying enthusiastic depth of knowledge. I know that Jessica has devoted her life to good health and nutrition so it's perfect that she is sharing her knowledge and passion with the rest of us. I really want to go to her Superfresh Organic Café someday and try all of her amazing dishes. Great job Jessica!

It is a good book, but...I wish that the tonics, juices and smoothie recipes would include at least one more detail--how often to take the concoction. For instance, I really like the Ginger Aloe Lemon Tonic but wonder how often should you take it for maximum effect? Is this recipe, for instance, a one and done; meaning you must take it when you need it? This information would make this purchase a must have and invaluable!

This book is an absolute joy to behold each photograph is stunningly beautiful and each recipe is simple to follow with great explanations of the benefits of the particular tonic or smoothie drink. The author has clearly done her research and brings a significant background in Natural Foods preparation to her topic. A standout first book in a sometimes overpopulated category, this guide is a wonderful resource for people looking to enhance their health with a plant-based diet and utilizing superfoods for healing. I will be using it for my family myself and for clients!

I am so pleased with the purchase of Jessica's cookbook. I made the mint chocolate smoothie and the vegan vegetable lasagna with the cashew cream instead of cheese on top. It was delicious! And, wonderful that it is healthy and low in calories...good for the brain and heart. The cookbook is beautiful inside with lovely pictures as well. It is well worth the price - I'm glad I bought it! Bravo, Jessica!

If anyone has ever been fortunate enough to enter the Wonderful Superfresh! Organic Café, they found an excellent spot to find delicious, nourishing, and guilt-free decadence full of love. This collection of potions, elixirs, recipes and information is a sliver of the magic that goes into the deliciousness of the Café, located in the main square of downtown Brattleboro, Vermont. Its highly recommended for all. I'm highly pleased that I took the money out of my wallet and purchased this book. You will be too.

A good book to help you live a healthy lifestyle.