Year after year, experts recognize Japanese children as the healthiest of all children in the world. The epidemic of childhood obesity and eating disorders that has literally swept the world has bypassed the Land of the Rising Sun. What's the secret? Japanese parents are helped by natural wisdom, supported by historical traditions, to raise the healthiest children on Earth. The Japanese practice family food education: showing maximum flexibility and patience, they instill in children a respectful and competent attitude towards food. Naomi Moriyama was born and raised in Japan. Since childhood, her mother and grandmother introduced her to the traditions of Japanese cuisine. Having moved to America, Naomi already applied to her family the model of education adopted in her homeland, aimed at maintaining a healthy lifestyle. The author's own experience, advice from other Japanese mothers and recommendations from leading nutrition experts form the basis of this book, which will help you raise your children healthy and happy.