I never really thought that the terms 'athlete' and 'vegan' would ever go hand-in-hand, but this cookbook surprised me. Though not a vegan myself, some of the side dishes really appealed to me. I don't think I will ever go vegan, but I do want to incorporate more plant-based foods into my diet. I used to always worry about my protein intake while consuming more plant foods, but this book helped to alleviate that concern.
I got this book in exchange for a review. I'm not vegan or an athlete but it looked interesting. There are no photos which is disappointing. The recipes look tasty and well written. I haven't tried any yet but might do in the future.
Overall, the author has done a nice job compiling an assortment of vegan recipes.
Many individuals who do not eat meat, may not be aware of how important the following is to their healthy diet. To neutralize “phytic acid” and other anti-nutrients, and for best absorption of nutrients, whole grains and nuts should be prepared by soaking, sprouting or sour leavening. Generally speaking, whole grains and nuts have high levels of “phytic acid”, a substance that reduces our absorption of minerals such as calcium, iron, zinc, and magnesium. In my opinion, the author should include this step as a section in the book.
Lastly, many recipes may be converted to healthier sources of nutrition by substituting with organic ingredients/ organic produce. Some pesticide-free / organic produce may be available at the local farmers market.… (més)
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