Macrobiotics is a simple philosophy that is reflected in a dietary system and lifestyle. It presents a way of balancing your life and the things you eat with nature. There are no gurus to follow, no fees to pay, and no blind leaps of faith to make. It is easy to understand, and even easier to see it work. Much like a journey, all it takes is a first step. An Introduction to Macrobiotics by Carolyn Heidenry can be your first step. It is a beginner's guide to a more natural way of life. Where it will take you is up to you.