A few weeks ago I mentioned that I had just bought Gwyneth Paltrow's new book, It's All Good, and promised to review it.

I've spent the last few weeks trying out as many recipes as I could (there's only so much kale and quinoa Mr. G is going to take), and am so thrilled with it, that I want to shout from the roof tops.

Now, before I go into detail, I am aware that not everyone loves GP. Her books have had mixed reviews in the press, and her well publicised eating habits are openly criticised. I adore carbs as much as the next person, so a macrobiotic/vegan lifestyle was never going to work for me. But, I do want her figure, and her glow (and several elements of her life), so thought I'd try to cut back on the bad stuff (refined sugar, wheat, dairy), and things that don't agree with me (I had a severe milk allergy until I was a teenager), and see the effects.

It's All Good is a brilliant resource for anyone trying this sort of diet or lifestyle change. The recipes are plentiful, simple and absolutely delicious. Really, they are to die for.

I've been starting my day with Green Juice (p212), a surprisingly yummy concoction of apple, ginger and kale, which has been really setting me up for the day, and keeping me full. Snacks of a few nuts and fruit are easy and perfect for a busy mum. But it's the dinner recipes that have impressed me the most. The  Mexican Chopped Salad with Green Goddess Dressing (p57) is sublime. I cooked it for my mum, and she instantly ordered the book for herself. The dressing goes with anything and is amazing, you wouldn't think it was super healthy (I use pickled jalapenos intsead of fresh ones).

The turkey meatballs are juicy and filling (p105), and the Two Pan Chicken with Harissa, Preserved Lemons and Green Olives (p112) is divine on the bbq (last night's dinner!). Quite Savoury Quinoa (p33) is delicious, even Mr. G manages to eat it, and the Saute Corn with Chimichurri is so easy, but super satisfying  And, the children's section is imaginative and actually making Fifi eat healthy, unusual food (i.e. not fish fingers).

I love the book, I can't bear to put it back on the shelf, and am finding it a great companion to my Abel and Cole box. I'm also feeling fantastic, energised, happier and healthier. It's definitely worth a try if you are feeling tired and sluggish.

It's All Good, Delicious, Easy Recipes That Will Make You Look Good and Feel Great, by Gwyneth Paltrow and Julia Turshen, £12.99 from Amazon.