Kathy Freston wasn't born a vegan. The bestselling author and renowned wellness expert actually grew up on chicken-fried steak and cheesy grits and loved nothing more than BBQ ribs and vanilla milkshakes. Not until her thirties did she embrace the lifestyle of a veganist—someone who eats a plant-based diet not just for their own personal well-being but for the whole web of benefits it brings to our ecosystem and beyond. Kathy's shift toward this new life was gradual—she leaned into it—but the impact was profound. Now Kathy shows us how to lean into the veganist life. Effortless weight loss, reversal of disease, environmental responsibility, spiritual awakening—these are just a few of the ten profound changes that can be achieved through a gentle switch in food choices.
Filled with compelling facts, stories of people who have improved their weight and health conditions as a result of making the switch, and Q&As with the leading medical researchers, Veganist concludes with a step-by-step practical guide to becoming a veganist, easily and gradually. It is an accessible, optimistic, and illuminating book that will change the way you eat forever. No less delicious, still hearty and satisfying—just better for you and for all.
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"Interesting read but there is no way that I can give up meat, dairy, eggs and honey. I see why people who are vegans are always skinny. It is very hard to eat a lot of fat when one gives ups all animal byproducts. If I wanted to get skinny fast, this would be my route. Ha, Ha! "
— Diane (5 out of 5 stars)
For the novice, this book offers a gentle, guilt-free path to a meatless (or even, as Freston says, "vegan-ish") life.
— Publishers Weekly" My favorite vegan info book so far.<br/>Author Kathy Freston talks about 'leaning' into the vegan lifestyle...<br/><br/>I got a lot of good info from this book and I consider myself an ethical vegan. I am very pro animal rights. "
— Darlene, 5/21/2011" Such great information, presented in a non-preachy way. "
— BlackOlive, 5/14/2011" I really enjoyed this book, gives you lots to think about. "
— Nancy, 5/6/2011" It's hard to read a book when you feel like kicking the author in the shin. There are better books out there on this topic. "
— Alexis, 4/12/2011" I have always thought if I could do this. I am still thinking of trying. But I do go Vegan for one meal a day "
— Todd, 4/11/2011Kathy Freston is the author of eight books, including the New York Times bestsellers The Lean and Quantum Wellness. She appears frequently on national television, including Charlie Rose, Ellen, Dr. Oz, and Good Morning America. Her work has been featured in Vanity Fair, Harper’s Bazaar, Self, W, and Fitness. She has been a regular contributor to the Huffington Post.
Karen White has been narrating audiobooks of all genres since 1999. Honored to be included in AudioFile’s Best Voices, she’s also a four-time Audie Finalist and has earned multiple AudioFile Earphones Awards and Library Journal starred reviews.