Get this book for health reasons, or just because you enjoy GREAT tasting food. I've tried many different ways to improve my eating habits over the years, but none of them ever really seemed to make complete sense to me. I just knew there had to be a better/smarter path. It's true, this way of cooking will require more planning on your part, but it was still a lot of fun. Actually, it was more fun cooking this way than other methods I'm used to. I imagine as I become more familiar with this way of cooking it will become much easier. While I've only made a few of the recipes so far, I have to say they were the best tasting meals I have ever prepared. For the very first time in my nearly 49 years, I felt a real connection and complete satisfaction with the food I prepared and consumed. The food will sing to you, I promise! I can't wait to get back in the kitchen!