The 30-Day Vegan Challenge (New Edition): Over 100 Delicious, Nutritious Plant-Based Recipes and Meal Ideas for Eating Healthfully and Compassionately -- The Ultimate Guide and Cookbook - Hardcover

Colleen Patrick-Goudreau

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0990627209 ISBN 13: 9780990627203

Publisher: Montali Press, 2014

Synopsis

Take the 30-Day Vegan Challenge and see the difference a plant-based diet makes in your life! Whether you want to improve your overall health, shed a few pounds, demonstrate your compassion for animals, or help the environment, Colleen Patrick-Goudreau, dubbed "The Vegan Martha Stewart" by VegNews magazine, holds your hand every step of the way, giving you the tools, resources, and recipes you need to make the vegan transition - healthfully, joyfully, and deliciously. In this one-stop, comprehensive guide, Patrick-Goudreau: 

• debunks common nutrition myths and explains the best sources of such nutrients as calcium, protein, iron, and omega-3 fatty acids 
• helps you become a savvy shopper, eat healthfully affordably, restock your kitchen, read labels, and prepare nutrient-rich meals without feeling overwhelmed 
• offers practical strategies for eating out, traveling, hosting holiday gatherings, and attending social events 
• provides delicious, nutrient-rich, easy plant-based recipes 
• empowers you to experience the tangible and intangible benefits of living a healthy, compassionate life, including achieving healthful numbers for cholesterol, blood pressure, weight, and more.

About this title

About the Author

Colleen is an award-winning author of six books, including including the bestselling The Joy of Vegan Baking, Color Me Vegan, and Vegan's Daily Companion. She is an acclaimed speaker and a multimedia host, beloved for her entertaining and unparalleled cooking shows and her inspiring podcast, Food for Thought, which was voted Favorite Podcast by VegNews magazine readers. Colleen is a regular contributor to National Public Radio and has appeared on The Food Network and PBS.

Review

“A compassionate and reasoned approach to vegan living. Readers on the fence or just starting the vegan journey will appreciate the intelligent discussion of issues they will face, and seasoned veganistas will enjoy the recipes and interesting factoids. With an earnest but level tone, Patrick-Goudreau provides all the tools one needs for making the switch to vegan cuisine, values, and lifestyle.” ~Publishers Weekly

"The 30-Day Vegan Challenge is no ordinary book; it is an extraordinary vehicle of change that is beautifully crafted to offer every morsel of support imaginable as you venture through what might be unfamiliar territory. No stone is left unturned, and you could not find a more capable and delightful partner in this journey than Colleen Patrick-Goudreau." ~Brenda Davis, R.D., author of Becoming Vegan.

'What a delicious way to get more energy, say good-bye to those stubborn pounds, and get healthy for good.' ~Neal D. Barnard, M.D., president, Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, and author of 21-Day Weight Loss Kickstart.

“A beautiful and inspiring guide to the immense delight that can be yours with a healthy plant-strong diet.” ~John Robbins, author Diet For A New America, President Food Revolution Network

“With common sense, compassion, and crazy delicious recipes, Colleen Patrick-Goudreau takes you on a joyful journey that will heal your body, enrich your spirit, and nourish your mind (not to mention your belly). The 30-Day Vegan Challenge is a keepsake that will change your life for all its inspiration and information." ~Kris Carr, New York Times best selling author, Crazy Sexy Kitchen

"In this beautiful and compelling book, Colleen Patrick-Goudreau becomes your personal mentor for a 30-day journey that will change your life, improve your health, and create a kinder world. The challenge takes a month; the gifts last a lifetime." ~Victoria Moran, author of Main Street Vegan and director, Main Street Vegan Academy

“A gorgeous, smart, insightful book to guide you through the ins and outs of eating a healthful vegan diet.” ~Rip Esselstyn, bestselling author of The Engine 2 Diet and My Beef with Meat

“Whatever your motivation for making changes to your diet, The 30-Day Vegan Challenge is an extraordinary resource and guide by Colleen Patrick-Goudreau. She inspires, motivates, and informs - all while tantalizing your taste buds with delectable plant-based recipes. This is a book to treasure. ~Julieanna Hever, MS, RD, CPT, author of The Complete Idiot's Guide to Plant-Based Nutrition and host of What Would Julieanna Do?

About this edition

• Publisher: Montali Press
• Publication date: 2014
• ISBN 10: 0990627209
• ISBN 13: 9780990627203
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 330