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"Becoming Vegetarian" Press Reviews
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Becoming Vegetarian, and The New Becoming Vegetarian (US version) have sold 160,000 copies in 11 countries and 3 languages. A few press quotes from the original edition are listed below.
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"It has become a bestseller in Canada, and the U.S. version is well on its way."
Times Colonist, Victoria
"The book continues to be an excellent reference for those interested in vegetarianism."
Reviews
"Becoming Vegetarian is a comprehensive guide to achieving a healthful vegetarian lifestyle. Becoming Vegetarian offers authoritative vegetarian and vegan nutrition for everyone from infants to adults; helpful guidelines and tips for those who are just starting out, as well as for those who are already on their way to healthful vegetarianism; vegetarian food guide for optimal nutrition and easy meal planning; delicious, easy recipes; vegetarian diplomacy (how to deal effectively with difficult social situations, and learning to help others adapt to your new health-style.)
From Scrambled Tofu, Fruity Whole Grain Pancakes, and Non-Dairy Vegetable Cream Soup to Sesame Tahini Salad Dressing, Two Bean Stew and Almost Instant Candy, Becoming Vegetarian demonstrates that the vegetarian lifestyle is tasty and palate pleasing, as well as healthy and nutritious."
The Midwest Book Review
James A. Cox, Editor in Chief
"The authors of Becoming Vegetarian are registered dietitians and nutrition consultants, and the book reflects proper respect for chemical, nutritional and medical research, not fads and fancies. They demolish such myths as "a diet without meat cannot provide enough protein" and "iron-deficiency anemia is a likely outcome of a vegetarian diet."
Far Eastern Economic Review - What's New
"All in all, this is an indispensable volume for anyone wanting to obtain comprehensive nutrition information on all aspects of a vegetarian diet, written in a clear, concise and readable manner."
The Jewish Vegetarian, London, England
"Topics which are especially well covered include the inadequacies of the Standard American Diet (SAD) with relation to heart disease, cancer, osteoporosis; a reassuring section on vegetarian pregnancy, infant care and children’s diets; a clarification of those illusive fats and oils and that confusing of all subjects, cholesterol; an explanation of fiber and its importance to health; and the optimum health and slimming advantages of a plant-based diet.
The book has two outstanding features. First, it gives a complete list of calcium-rich foods, especially useful for people who are lactose intolerant and those suffering from or wanting a precaution against, osteoporosis. Secondly, it gives The Vegetarian Food Guide, including milk and alternatives.."
Times Colonist, Victoria
"If you want to learn more about becoming a vegetarian, Dietitians of Canada recommend Becoming Vegetarian by Vesanto Melina, Brenda Davis and Victoria Harrison."
The Evening Telegram, St. John’s Newfoundland
"In a clear and friendly style, the authors, three Canadian dietitians, lead you through the minefield of myths and half truths surrounding the vegetarian promised land, along the way tackling the Western norms which promote an animal-based diet."
SAFE, Christchurch, New Zealand
"Unlike other books on the subject, it rings of truth and credible research, not environmental advocacy or fringe science."
The Calgary Sunday Sun
"This book should be of value to clients who are interested in starting a vegetarian diet or to nurses, nutritionists, physicians and others."
Book Reviews
"So much information is packed into this book, it looks as if I'll need only the one reference on this absorbing subject."
The Montreal Gazette
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