The Fast Diet Recipe Book by Mimi Spencer and Dr. Sarah Schenker - Non Fiction - Paperback

Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781780721873
Publisher: Short Books

Overview
The Fast Diet Recipe Book is the official companion to the bestselling 5:2 diet, turning the science of intermittent fasting into simple, satisfying meals. Written by journalist Mimi Spencer with nutritionist Dr. Sarah Schenker, it delivers 150 calorie-controlled recipes designed to make fast days easier without sacrificing flavor. From quick breakfasts to hearty suppers, every dish lists exact calorie counts, so you always know where you stand. Whether you are brand new to 5:2 fasting or a seasoned faster looking for fresh ideas, this practical cookbook keeps healthy eating varied, achievable, and genuinely enjoyable.

About the Book
Following on from the phenomenon of The Fast Diet, this recipe collection was created to solve the number-one challenge faced by 5:2 dieters: what to actually cook on a 500- or 600-calorie fast day. Mimi Spencer, a lifestyle journalist and 5:2 advocate, teams up with nutritionist Dr. Sarah Schenker to build a library of 150 dishes that keep calories low while keeping taste and satisfaction high. Recipes are organized to help you plan an entire fast day at a glance, with breakfasts, light lunches, soups, salads, and evening meals all clearly labeled with their calorie values. Ingredients lean on lean proteins, vegetables, and high-fiber foods that promote fullness, so fasting feels manageable rather than punishing. Beyond the recipes themselves, the book includes menu plans that map out full fasting days, plus shopping lists and pantry suggestions that cut down on daily decision-making. A dedicated chapter of speedy options caters to readers who need a filling meal in minutes, making the book as useful for busy weeknights as for weekend meal prep. The tone throughout is encouraging and down-to-earth, treating the reader as a capable home cook rather than someone on a restrictive diet. For anyone already following, or curious about, the 5:2 approach to intermittent fasting, this is a hands-on kitchen reference built to make the method sustainable over the long term.

Key Benefits

• 150 calorie-controlled recipes covering breakfast, lunch, and dinner
• Official companion cookbook to the bestselling 5:2 Fast Diet method
• Clear calorie counts on every recipe remove the guesswork
• Ready-made menu plans and shopping lists simplify fast-day planning
• A chapter of quick, speedy meals for busy weeknights
• Written with input from a professional nutritionist for balanced meals

About the Author
Mimi Spencer is a British journalist and author known for her writing on food, lifestyle, and wellbeing, and for helping popularize the 5:2 intermittent fasting approach through The Fast Diet. Dr. Sarah Schenker is a registered nutritionist who has worked with professional sports clubs and media outlets, bringing an evidence-based perspective to the recipes in this book. Together, the pair combine accessible, everyday writing with sound nutritional guidance, translating the principles of calorie-controlled fasting into meals that home cooks can prepare with confidence and without specialist ingredients or techniques.

Why You'll Love This Book
Practical, encouraging, and genuinely tasty, this cookbook takes the stress out of fast days. It is a smart pick as a birthday gift, holiday season present, or new year health kickstart for anyone serious about sustainable weight management and easy, satisfying home cooking.

Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.