Internationally renowned vegan registered dietitian Vesanto Melina and professional chef Joseph Forest combine their expansive knowledge and experience in this tour de force of nutrition information, tempting recipes, and menus. This book is designed to help anyone use plant-based foods to achieve optimal health and makes a great companion to the best-selling Becoming Vegan, co-authored by Vesanto with registered dietitian Brenda Davis. Each recipe has a complete nutritional analysis, so you can see how a well-balanced vegan diet can provide all the nutrients you need, even essential fatty acids and vitamin B12. A Vegan Food Guide describes the necessary food groups along with recommended servings to keep you in excellent health. Twelve daily international menus help people of any age, activity level, or ability in the kitchen get a sense of how to mix and match dishes to suit their needs. Make easy meals that help you reach recommended intakes of essential nutrients. Get all the protein you need, even if you're an athlete. Discover the best carbohydrates and fats to include in the diet.

Find natural ways to achieve overall health, even when living with chronic disease. Learn principles of developing flavor and how to use all your senses in the kitchen. Organize your kitchen using the included shopping and equipment lists. Whether you're a beginner whose priority is simplicity, a gourmet chef seeking depths and nuances of flavor, or your primary need is to support or regain excellent health, you'll enjoy delicious dishes created with whole foods that are readily available and easy to prepare. Nutritious beans and whole grains take center stage, and wholesome fruits and vegetables add zest and zip. Portobello Mushroom Burger (front cover) Fiesta Quinoa Salad with Lime Dressing French Lentils with Fennel and Lemon Tuscan Minestrone Cashew Cheese Lasagne Vietnamese Salad Roll Coconut Saffron Rice with Cardamom and Lime Blueberry Mince Pie Chocolate-Orange Cake Book jacket.