Transition to Vegetarianism: An Evolutionary Step
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| Rating | : | 4.48 (900 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0893891754 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 300 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-08-18 |
| Language | : | English |
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The author of Diet and Nutrition: A Holistic Approach here presents information and arguments on how and why one should switch to a vegetarian diet. A medical doctor, Ballentine warns against making the transition too quickly and advocates a gradual withdrawal from red meat, poultry and fish, combined with a gradual increase in other sources of proteins and vitamins. . Copyright 1987 Reed Business Information, Inc. From Publishers Weekly As Americans become increasingly aware of the health hazards posed by a traditional meat-and-potatoes diet, vegetarianism becomes less esoteric and more appealing. Supported with footnotes and documentation, this book will make vegetarians even more grateful to have changed and may persuade would-be vegetarians to persevere, but it's doubtful whether it will stop meateaters from having another burger
This book explores the health issues surrounding vegetarianism and helps the aspiring vegetarian make the transition in a way that provides the greatest benefits. Well-researched and easy-to-read, this is an excellent resource for both seasoned and would-be vegetarians.
For Current and Future Vegetarians I am 58 years old and have been a vegetarian for 2For Current and Future Vegetarians KevinKays I am 58 years old and have been a vegetarian for 24 years. I read this book 24 years ago. It is still the best source for learning how to make the transition to a meat-free way of life. Dr. Ballentine wrote this scholarly work in layman terms so that it is easily understandable. He documents the plethora of reasons (ethical, social, health, environmental) why a person should become a vegetarian. The book is packed full of nutritional information so that one can be assured of the best way to combine various types of foods to be able to get ALL the nutrients necessary for excellent health without meat. Be sure to rea. years. I read this book 2For Current and Future Vegetarians KevinKays I am 58 years old and have been a vegetarian for 24 years. I read this book 24 years ago. It is still the best source for learning how to make the transition to a meat-free way of life. Dr. Ballentine wrote this scholarly work in layman terms so that it is easily understandable. He documents the plethora of reasons (ethical, social, health, environmental) why a person should become a vegetarian. The book is packed full of nutritional information so that one can be assured of the best way to combine various types of foods to be able to get ALL the nutrients necessary for excellent health without meat. Be sure to rea. years ago. It is still the best source for learning how to make the transition to a meat-free way of life. Dr. Ballentine wrote this scholarly work in layman terms so that it is easily understandable. He documents the plethora of reasons (ethical, social, health, environmental) why a person should become a vegetarian. The book is packed full of nutritional information so that one can be assured of the best way to combine various types of foods to be able to get ALL the nutrients necessary for excellent health without meat. Be sure to rea. Excellent info on vegetarian and part-vegetarian diets Most people can't stop eating meat one day and put a red "X" on the plate instead. Unless you live in a culture like India, or eat lots of beans and rice, it takes a bit of adjustment to move to a plant-based diet.When newly minted militant vegetarian friends reject the idea of starting out by simply eating less meat, this book is the place to turn for support. After twenty years of shepherding people toward a more vegetarian diet, I've seen definite trends that emerge when giving up meat: persistent cheese-eating, a plethora of omelet dishes, a sudden craving for peanut butter, etc. This guide gives sound practica. The pros and cons of a vegetarian diet In Transition To Vegetarianism: An Evolutionary Step, Doctor Rudolpf Ballentine presents an informed and persuasive survey of the value and reasoning to a vegetarian diet. Dr. Ballentine's informative text is laced with health relevant information such as meat-eaters having three times as many heart attacks as vegetarians, that a vegetarian diet decreases osteoporosis dramatically, that in endurance tests vegetarians had more than twice the stamina and strength of meat-eaters, and that the vegetarian diet is a time-honored technique for promoting alertness and clarity of consciousness. Ideal for the non-specialist