Brenda Davis & Vesanto Melina - Becoming Vegan

Presents detailed summaries of research on healthy fats, the role of phyto-chemicals, and how vegan diets promote health through all stages of life. Addresses in-depth topical fads such as paleo diets and controversial issues such as the role a plant-based diet has on diabetes, and how the estrogen found in soy foods impacts breast and bone health differently. Introduces the Vegan Plate, an easy-to-use guide to obtaining necessary nutrients and includes additional charts and tables to those listed in the express edition. Includes a chapter on eating disorders and how to achieve and maintain a balanced weight