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Root Leaf Fire

Root Leaf Fire

A Wellness Philosophy on a Plate

Luke Coutinho
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Sheeba de Souza
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Root, Leaf, Fire is a transformative journey that begins with a simple plate of food and unfolds into a profound philosophy. It restores food to its true essence: nourishment, energy, art, and medicine. Helmed with recipes that are simple yet extraordinary, it is a guide, a conversation starter, and a companion. It blends timeless health principles with the beauty of well-crafted food, reminding us that true health resides in being present in joyful rituals that bring rhythm and meaning to everyday life.
Root, Leaf, Fire combines Luke Coutinho’s extensive experience in guiding people towards health through sleep, movement, emotional balance, and mindful eating with Sheeba De Souza’s passion for creating beautiful, nourishing meals, offering a distinctive approach to nourishment.

Imprint: Ebury Press

Published: Apr/2026

ISBN: 9780143475958

Length : 256 Pages

MRP : ₹499.00

Root Leaf Fire

A Wellness Philosophy on a Plate

Luke Coutinho
,
Sheeba de Souza

Root, Leaf, Fire is a transformative journey that begins with a simple plate of food and unfolds into a profound philosophy. It restores food to its true essence: nourishment, energy, art, and medicine. Helmed with recipes that are simple yet extraordinary, it is a guide, a conversation starter, and a companion. It blends timeless health principles with the beauty of well-crafted food, reminding us that true health resides in being present in joyful rituals that bring rhythm and meaning to everyday life.
Root, Leaf, Fire combines Luke Coutinho’s extensive experience in guiding people towards health through sleep, movement, emotional balance, and mindful eating with Sheeba De Souza’s passion for creating beautiful, nourishing meals, offering a distinctive approach to nourishment.

Buying Options
Paperback / Hardback

Luke Coutinho

A pioneer of Integrative and Lifestyle Medicine in India, Luke has transformed people’s approach to health for over 14 years. As the Wellness and Lifestyle Champion of PM Narendra Modi’s Fit India Movement, he empowers millions through free educational content, breaking barriers to make health accessible. In a world overloaded with information and confusion – he believes that simplicity is the new luxury.
His philosophy is simple: don’t just treat symptoms—address the root cause. As an author of five national bestsellers, including Small Wins Every Day, he shares life lessons to inspire and guide people toward healthier and happier lives. His mission? To educate and make wellness accessible, uncomplicated, and empowering for everyone.

Sheeba de Souza

Sheeba de Souza is a chef and food stylist dedicated to health-focused, accessible cooking. Trained at Leiths Cooking School in London and the Food Styling Academy in Australia, she combines flavour, nutrition, and visual appeal to demonstrate that healthy food can be both delicious and visually appealing. Through her recipes and styling, Sheeba encourages readers to create everyday meals that are nourishing, joyful, and easy to make.

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