Food wellness is a term used to describe the ideal state for adopting healthy eating habits into a busy day-to-day life. When food wellness is achieved, the hope is that the body and mind will be able to perform at peak performance. When one of these areas is missing, it is almost impossible to establish sustainable healthy eating habits.

Featuring meal plans for a caloric diet of 1,500, 2,000, and 2,500 calories, The Complete Plate shows that weight maintenance, and weight loss, can be achieved through the science behind a balanced diet that meets both nutritional and caloric demands. It features 30 daily meal plans with each day perfectly balanced to provide 100 percent of your macro and micro nutrient needs, based on current daily recommended intake (DRI) values. The 90 recipes range from an indulgent 'Coconut and Flax Seed French Toast' to a savory 'Portobello and Prosciutto Pizza' to a nourishing 'Creamy Corn, Ham, and Roast Pepper Chowder,' and include additional snacks so that readers are satiated and energized throughout the day.

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Lauren Klukas was a competitive swimmer and personal trainer who was diagnosed with a rare heart condition known as arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy (ARVC), which prevents her from any physical activity. She began to look at ways to successfully manage weight through proper nutrition and created The Complete Plate. This is Lauren’s first cookbook and she currently lives in Calgary, Alberta, with her husband and daughter.

Janine Elenko, RD, is a registered dietitian with a bachelor of science (B. Sc.) degree in Human Nutrition and is currently working towards a master’s degree in Public Health. After a dietetic internship in Ontario, Janine went on to work in stroke rehabilitation. Her passion lies in advocating social change within communities.

Ashlee Gillespie is a red seal chef who specializes in pastry, Ashlee adopted a love for raw and fresh ingredients during her work in Australia and New Zealand. Ashlee also developed tremendous insight into gluten-free cooking after she was diagnosed with celiac disease.

"Lauren teaches confidence in the kitchen and makes food fun again! The Complete Plate is a must-have for anyone who wants to revamp their nutrition!"

—Andrea Hardy, RD, co-owner of Ignite Nutrition

"The Complete Plate is chock full of impressively balanced recipes put together in very creative yet practical ways.”

—Andy De Santis, RD MPH

“This cookbook summarizes everything I recommend to clients. In the most organized way, Lauren guides you through a plan that is easy, healthy, and most importantly, won't leave you feeling deprived.”

—Sammi Haber, MS RD CDN, owner of Nutrition Works NY