My kindle copy was very hard to digest and only in black and white. Ignoring the formatting issues, the recipes and information seem relatively easy to follow. I’m. Not sure how tasty the foods may turn out to be, I would have liked to see more information on all of the herbs/plants, but that’s not to say there is no information.. I just would have hoped for a bit more guidance on where to find certain things, how to prepare it, possible side effects, etc.

This was much more than a herbal recipe guide or recipes using herbs. It wasn't exactly what I expected. There was tons of information about using certain herbs for "female" issues such as menopause. The information was not relevant to me, which is not to say it isn't to many others.
Thank you Netgalley, Abbey Rodriguez; Jennifer Kurdyla and to Tiller Press for the advance digital copy of " Root and Nourish". These are my personal opinions and thoughts, given voluntarily.

My copy was black and white so I couldn't tell you how beautiful the photos are and I had a lot of glitches. Half pages. What I did get was a factastic list of ingredients and I learned more about adaptogens than I already knew and appreciated the great recipes and explanations and think that this is probably a stunning book in person. I love it read written for women.

I liked Root & Nourish. It was a mix of herbalism and cooking.

The photos were nice. I only had them black and white on my Kindle, but I am sure in colour they would be much nicer. I appreciate the list at the beginning of the book, so you know everything you might need to track down. I also like how the herbs are broken into categories. Some recipes seem easy to achieve. Others seem a little harder, mostly due to the ingredients.

While this book could be read by anyone, it leans towards women for sure. 3.5 Stars.

I received an eARC from Tiller Press through NetGalley. All opinions are 100% my own.

This cookbook is filled with gorgeous images to accompany the creative whole-food recipes. I enjoyed looking through it, and as a pescatarian, found many meals I'd like to try.

A most welcome book focussing primarily on women's health with treatment of the whole person using Ayurvedic and western herbalism principles. The presence of vegan and plant-based meals make this an important addition to your cookbook shelf.

This book was deleted from my library before I could finish it and publish a review, but what I saw of it was informational and beautifully presented. I suspect that it's one that I would have published a long review for and recommended on our healthy living site, since it goes along well with our readership.

A holistic approach to wellness and a basic approach to turning your kitchen into an apothecary. Book is geared toward women and it has a wealth of information but too much to sort through.

What did I like? The format I received just didn’t read well, being jumbled and I was disappointed in the black and white photos. I need color. The book had some helpful information but was hard to process it given the density. Ten pages of writing versus a chart...I’ll take a chart.

Would I recommend or buy? If your into holistic kitchen apothecary then this may be your go to guide. I did learn a few things I didn’t know but the black and white pictures defeated my pleasure.

Two stars... I received a complimentary copy to read and voluntarily left a review.

The title, cover, and description drew me into this book. It is more than a cookbook and more like a wellness guide to incorporate eating patterns in with the cycles of the seasons and your life. It was interesting to read about some of the potential benefits of some foods. But I found the recipes a bit complicated, with difficult to find ingredients, and overall a bit more 'woo-woo' than I was expecting. Some overly vegan, Ayurvedic practitioners may enjoy this book, but it is not for a more regular down to earth person looking for general wellness. Thank you to netgalley and the publisher for the advanced copy.

I absolutely loved this cookbook. This has countless health conscious but fun enjoyable meals. For anyone looking for a colorful cookbook that will make you want to eat health, this is it!

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Very interested in the way this cookbook was formated. The book gives a why for the recipes. I am a curious person and love how the recipes and ingredients' benefits are included in this cookbook. I may have difficulty finding many of the ingredients, but I loved reading about all of them.

I loved this book! It contains lots of information to help improve women's ailments with the use of herbs and natural ingredients. I can't wait to try some of these techniques.

Thank you to netgalley and the publishers for providing me with an arc for an honest review!

I am a big believer in eating as naturally as possible and don't even like taking medicine unless really needed. When I saw a chance to read a woman's wellness book through herbal cooking I jumped at the chance and am I ever glad I have.
I will be referencing this book many,many more times.
Did you know you have many ways to heal yourself naturally with what you already have in your kitchen? Yes, you can do so through natural eating and with the use of herbs.
There are many nutritious and health beneficial recipes and ways to use herbs such as recipes and teas to make during different days of your cycle for maximum health.
Herbs are not just for seasonings but have so many health benefits.
Though it may seem confusing the author's will guide you in what you'll need to purchase to have your own kitchen apothecary and how these herbs will benefit you.
Highly recommended!!!!

Pub Date 06 Apr 2021
I was given a complimentary copy of this book. Thank you.
All opinions expressed are my own.

Root & Nourish is about holistic wellness, and it is packed full of information that is probably stretching into unfamiliar territory for a lot of people. When I ask my students what they consider to be a healthy meal, their answers usually range from adding low-fat milk to their bowl of Fruit Loops to having a piece of lettuce on their bacon double cheeseburger. It’s no wonder the “Western Diet” is associated with high fat, high sodium and high sugar, and why so many of us are overweight and suffering from various stages of heart disease and chronic inflammation related diseases. Oftentimes, I see the blame for this being placed on fast-food restaurants, big manufacturing companies, and our thirst for convenience; but I think the real blame lies with our general ignorance concerning how our bodies truly function, the damage certain foods cause, and what is really needed to keep them running at their most optimal state.

This is not alternative medicine pseudoscience (I’ve been reading about many of the concepts presented here for years in medical journals), but it is also not light reading. The information presented here can be dense and that is my main criticism of the book. Presenting complex information in it’s simplest form is something that can be a struggle for all educators, but the easier it is to digest, the more accessible it is to everyone. I think the main takeaway here is that our bodies are always seeking synergy. This means that everything from your internal organs to your mental state are constantly part of a cooperative effort to keep you healthy. A skin problem could be caused by an out-of-whack digestive system. Why? Because it’s all connected, and if something is wrong on the inside, chances are it will show up on the outside. So, how do you use nutrition to keep everything in balance and essentially heal your mind, body and soul from the inside out? What properties do certain plants possess that can address certain deficiencies, and what roles do your environment and mindfulness play? If you have an open mind, are curious about how what you eat really affects your body, and are willing to try some recipes that probably have a few ingredients you’ve never heard of, this book is full of insights.

The layout in this cookbook is a little rough and cluttered. There's a lot on each page and I have a hard time focusing on some pages. The first 40 pages or so are informational before you get to the recipes.

I enjoyed reading Root & Nourish – a well-rounded book, great information and tips to nourish our bodies, not just by eating, but by eating right as to what our bodies are needing, and how to move our bodies to best outcome.
Looking forward to trying out the tips and recipes.
Thank you to NetGalley and Tiller Press for a copy of this book for my honest opinion.

This is a great herbal book with recipes I cannot wait to try. A lot of info on Ayurveda and herbs that I am happy to add to my culinary collection. But it isn’t just a book of recipes, but of knowledge and practices that would benefit anyone wanting to learn more or to incorporate more holistic foods into their day.

A kitchen apothecary is the perfect way to describe what you will get from this book. While all ingredients aren’t easily available at your local grocery stores, the items are easy to order online or at a health store. The recipes are easy to follow and are well written out. This isn’t just a cookbook it also has movements to help as well. It’s a lovely book for anyone looking to improve their overall health and quality of life.

This Cookbook uses principles from Western herbalism and Ayurveda to dietetically treat the whole person. It is a holistic look at food and its effects on us. The book is broken into three parts that focus on digestion, mental wellness, and reproductive health respectively. Interspersed throughout the book are some yoga practices useful to any level of yogic skill.
The beginning gives an overview of the authors’ philosophy behind this book. It offers an apothecary for the kitchen; a list of herbs that should be present for use. They are then categorized by their health properties, i.e. antimicrobial, astringent, aphrodisiac, etc. A list of necessary kitchen tools follows, then begin the recipes.
While some of the ingredients seem exotic (ashwagandha root powder, for example), the recipes themselves are easy to follow. You’ll have to go to a specialty grocer to get some of the items, or you’ll need to find substitutes, or you’ll need to skip them altogether.
This was a 4-star book for me. I appreciate an holistic look at health. I could have done with less of the authors’ philosophy and more recipes, though. If you’re looking for a primer herbalist/Ayurvedic yoga recipe book, this is for you.

Root and Nourish by Abbey Rodriguez and Jennifer Kurdyla is one of the best new cookbook/wellness books I’ve read in a long while. It is written for women's health concerns, but I think it can benefit anyone. It is so well written and the pictures are beautiful. I love the approach of using what we put into our bodies to help heal and treat. The recipes are delicious sounding, and they are all plant based and most seem to be gluten free. I also really appreciate the shopping guide of the places to buy some of the more obscure herbs. I will definitely be buying a physical copy of this book to add to my cookbook shelf.

Thank you to NetGalley and Tiller Press for the opportunity to read this book for an honest review.