Becoming Vegan: The Complete Guide to Adopting a Healthy Plant-based DietA comprehensive look at vegan diets includes information on how a vegan lifestyle protects against chronic disease; what the best sources for protein and calcium really are; why good fats are vital to health; balanced diets for infants, children and seniors; pregnancy and breast-feeding tips for mothers; tips for teens turning vegan; considerations for maintaining and reaching a healthy weight; and achieving peak performance as a vegan athlete. Includes a vegan food guide outlining a daily plan for healthy eating, along with sample menus. |
Contents
VEGAN ROOTS | 1 |
PERSPECTIVES ON VEGAN HEALTH | 14 |
PLANT PROTEIN | 39 |
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Becoming Vegan: The Complete Guide to Adopting a Healthy Plant-based Diet Brenda Davis,Vesanto Melina No preview available - 2000 |
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