Macrobiotics For Dummies gives readers the basics of macrobiotic eating and living and explains how to use this powerful source of healing to become healthier and happier and prevent or relieve numerous ailments, conditions, or disorders--both physical and psychological.

Introduction.
Part I: Getting Started with Macrobiotics.

Chapter 1: Choosing the Macrobiotic Path to Healthy Living.

Chapter 2: Applying Macrobiotic Principles to Your Daily Life.

Chapter 3: Applying Macrobiotic Food Principles to Your Daily Diet.

Chapter 4: Macro Boot Camp: Basic Training.

Chapter 5: Macro Boot Camp: Nutrition in a Nutshell.

Chapter 6: Whole Food Templates: Customizing Your Food Plan.

Part II: Healing the Macrobiotic Way.

Chapter 7: Laying the Groundwork for Macrobiotic Healing.

Chapter 8: Macrobiotic Healing from the Inside Out.

Chapter 9: Healing Common Diseases and Conditions Macrobiotically.

Chapter 10: The Ultimate Recipe for Self-Healing.

Part III: Planning and Preparing Your Macrobiotic Adventure.

Chapter 11: Transforming Your Current Lifestyle into a Macrobiotic One.

Chapter 12: Setting up and Stocking Your Macro-Friendly Kitchen.

Chapter 13: Cooking Tips for Macrobiotic Newbies.

Part IV: Morning to Evening Recipes: Your Dietary Path to Wellness.

Chapter 14: Best Breakfasts and Lip-Smacking Lunches.

Chapter 15: Appealing Appetizers to Divine Dinner Recipes.

Chapter 16: Delectable Desserts and Beverages.

Chapter 17: Making Healthy Restaurant Choices.

Part V: The Part of Tens.

Chapter 18: Ten Sure-Fire Ways to Handle Your Sweet Tooth.

Chapter 19: Ten Tips for Prompt and Permanent Weight Loss.

Part VI: Appendixes.

Appendix A: Sample Menu for One Week.

Appendix B: Macrobiotic Pioneers.

Index.