4 Nutrition Ebooks All Vegan Should Read
Veganism is undoubtedly growing, largely due to the awareness building around the negative impacts of consuming animal products. Moreover, it’s become relatively easier to switch to this particular lifestyle choice. While the number of vegans (and the validity of polls counting them) varies drastically in every country, statistics featured by Sentient Media reveal that plant-based foods have seen a massive jump in retail sales from 2017 to 2023, going from $3.9 billion to $8.1 billion.
With so many options available, the real hurdle comes from hesitations and questions that may stem from the growing number of unreliable resources. As muddied ‘facts’ and AI content litter the internet, it can feel overwhelming to get into veganism without accurate information. Thankfully, ebooks are still a reliable source of guidance and knowledge as they are written by certified experts in the field and more easily vetted through other user reviews. The ebook format is also aligned with vegan values by minimizing environmental harm and avoiding the section of consumerism that impacts life (such as cutting down trees for paper.) Everand’s cooking and food ebooks are rich with vegan-centric reads from trusted names, such as John Robbins’ Food Revolution, Jonathan Safran Foer’s Eating Animals, and Yattam Ottolenghi’s Plenty. Beyond these insights, you can dive deeper and build your digital library with these must-have titles:
Making Vegan Meat: The Plant-Based Food Science Cookbook
By Mark Thompson
One of the biggest hurdles people face when becoming vegan is letting go of meat. Although the ethical motivation may be there, replacing a food resource your body is used to is hard. Thankfully, plant-based alternatives are no longer the bland and disappointing substitutes they once were. You can’t go wrong with recipes made by Mark Thompson, who has been dubbed the “Plant Hacker” by many vegans across the globe. Every recipe makes the journey feel less intimidating, with exciting ways to use various ingredients for delicious “meat” meals.
How Not to Diet: The Groundbreaking Science of Healthy, Permanent Weight Loss
By Dr. Michael Greger
Even if you’re not trying to lose weight, Greger’s insights are precious for anyone seeking the importance of plant-based eating for long-term health. Instead of sticking to different fads, this book roots everything in real nutrition science. When you have the information to see what works for your body, it’s easier to make informed decisions about your diet. Thanks to Greger’s research, you don’t have to worry about “missing out” on core nutrients that are usually considered the reason to stick with meat and other animal byproducts. With his guidance, you can still have a complete and fulfilling lifestyle through whole food plant-based eating.
On Being Vegan: Reflections on a Compassionate Life
By Colleen Patrick-Goudreau
Vegans navigate plenty of social and internal questions, so Colleen Patrick-Goudreau seeks to demystify many of these issues with Being Vegan. Psychology Today’s piece on barriers to going vegan notes that most people find it challenging to fully transition to the lifestyle because of a knowledge gap on dietary consequences, the notion of missing out on delicious food, and having a hard time getting rid of old habits. Every chapter of this book goes through those motions to help newcomers and those struggling to stay the course. Patrick-Goudreau has been a known voice in vegan circles, primarily because of her ability to give insight into the excuses, myths, and ethical considerations around giving up the meat life.
Lazy, Broke & Vegan
By R Hall
There’s a common misconception that being vegan is more expensive and takes more work than eating meat. However, research from the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine debunks this notion: a vegan diet can decrease food costs by 16%, with savings of more than $500 per year compared to a diet with meat, dairy, and other animal products — and Lazy, Broke & Vegan can be your guide to this low-cost lifestyle. In this ebook, Hall teaches readers where to get vegan substitutes for non-vegan foods and how to meet nutritional requirements on a vegan diet. With realistic, practical tips and tricks, Hall can help you stretch your dollar for vegan foods and products you can truly enjoy.
Remember, we don’t have to adhere to the strict ideas that diet culture has pushed towards us; instead, we should approach the way we eat through Labeless Nutrition. By educating ourselves about our consumption habits as vegans, we can make better food choices that can flow with the seasons, our moods, and our needs.
