How to Become a Vegan. A Comprehensive Guide to Plant-Based Eating Every Day

Brenda Davis and Vesanto Melina conduct an excellent dietary investigation, providing readers with the most accurate, up-to-date, and reliable information. Their books are essential reading for anyone interested in raw food and/or vegan diets.” - T. Colin Campbell, Emeritus Professor... of Nutritional Biochemistry at Cornell University, author of "The China Study".
If you are planning to become a vegan for health reasons, environmental protection, or the desire to prevent further suffering to animals, then in the book "How to Become a Vegan" you will find all the necessary information on vegan nutrition.
Brenda Davis and Vesanto Melina, internationally recognized vegan dietitians, present the latest research results on the following questions:
- how to reduce the risk of cancer, heart disease, and other chronic diseases with plant-based foods
- how to get the necessary amount of protein without consuming meat, fish, and dairy products
- how to maintain a healthy weight and uncover the secrets to slimness
- how to create a balanced vegan diet for infants, children, and the elderly
- how to include "good" fats in your diet and where to obtain them
- how to meet the body's calcium needs without consuming dairy products
- what the significance of vitamin B12 is
- how to ensure a healthy pregnancy for yourself and provide adequate breastfeeding for your child in the context of a vegan diet
In this thoroughly revised edition of the recognized classic, you will find fresh ideas revealing the impact of veganism - on people, animals, and the fragile ecology of our beautiful planet. This book contains new information on the benefits of a vegan diet and a model of clean, nutritious plant-based eating. This compact edition is substantial yet accessible to anyone who wishes to adopt the right and healthy plant-based diet for themselves.
“It’s hard to imagine a more informative and comprehensive book than "How to Become a Vegan"; it’s simply a treasure trove of facts and helpful advice, and it will undoubtedly help you embark on the path to health and healing.” - Kathy Freston, New York Times, bestselling author of "The Lean," "Veganist," and "The Quantum Wellness Cleanse."