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Becoming Vegan - The Complete Guide to Adopting a Healthy Plant-Based DietBy Brenda Davis, RD &, Vesanto Melina RDEvery day, more people are shifting toward a plant-based diet without meat, eggs, and dairy products, as well as avoiding animal products in their cosmetics, clothing, and other household items.The definitive guide for making a knowledgeable and safe transition to a vegan (meat-, egg- and dairy-free) diet, readers are shown step by step how to use plant-based foods for all their nutritional requirements. Topics include: meeting calcium needs without dairy products balanced vegan diets for infants, children, and seniors why good fats are vital and how to get them what vegans need to know about vitamin B12 how to protect against cancer and heart diseaseTwo of North America's foremost vegetarian dietitians present the latest findings on:1) how a vegan diet protects against chronic illnesses 2) getting all the protein you need without meat or dairy products 3) why ",good", fats are important 4) meeting your needs for calcium without dairy products 5) what vegans need to know about vitamin B12 6) balanced vegan diets for infants, children, and seniors 7) achieving peak performance as a vegan athlete 8) Considerations for healthy weight maintenance 9) Pregnancy and breast-feeding tips for momsAlso included is the Vegan Food Guide which shows you at a glance how to get all your nutrition in daily meals.Published in 2000 / 978-1-57067-103-6 / 288 pages / 7 x 10 paper / illustrations, charts