Lisa Leake is an entrepreneur who created the 100 Days of Real Food Blog, a program that brings wholesome, nutritional meals to those who cannot tolerate or afford high-calorie foods. She has been a certified nutrition specialist for the last ten years, and her firsthand experience as a chef and professional cook gave her the knowledge to transform the eating habits of others. This memoir takes readers behind the closed doors of Leake’s home kitchen and delves into the daily challenges and joys of making meals that are designed to help people live longer, better, and eat better. While Leake acknowledges the limitations of her height (she is 5′ 6″), she offers readers hope as she shares recipes that offer nutritious and delicious meals, even for those with special diets.
According to the “100 Days of Real Diet,” Lisa Leake was inspired to create the blog after suffering a stroke while visiting with a friend who had just been released from a rehabilitation center. According to the blog, “She shared with me that she loved being able to prepare whatever she wanted for dinner, but just could not because of her limited mobility.” Lisa Leake thus developed a diet and exercise regime that allowed her to do just that by including foods from all of the food groups on her list, as well as enjoying the rich desserts that are popular among those who follow this type of diet. The “100 Days of Real Diet” tells the story of a woman who found a voice and an audience when she overcame limitations brought about by physical handicaps and aging, as well as a love of healthy, vibrant food.
As one begins to read “100 Days of Real Diet,” one is prompted to ask themselves, “What would I do if I had that kind of edge? What would I do to my body?” Through this engaging and empowering memoir, one can begin to realize that life’s obstacles, even when they seem insurmountable, do not have to define your life. By making minor dietary and lifestyle changes, you can empower yourself to truly start to believe in yourself again. After reading this inspiring story, will you?