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The Vegan Athlete's Nutrition Handbook

The Essential Guide for Plant-Based Performance
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The Vegan Athlete's Nutrition Handbook by Nichole Dandraea-Russert uses the latest research in sports nutrition to help athletes maximise performance, speed recovery, and optimise health through balanced plant-based eating. It debunks the myth that high-intensity athletics and a plant-based diet can’t coexist, offering a comprehensive guide to the science behind plant-based nutrition for peak performance. The book breaks down essential macro- and micronutrients, discusses healthy supplements and dosing, and includes over 25 recipes, sample meal plans, and guidance on top athletic concerns like bone health and rapid recovery.
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This book is ideal for everyone from professional athletes and Crossfitters to weekend warriors who are plant-curious, transitioning to, or refining a plant-based nutrition plan. It suits those looking to enhance performance, support recovery, and improve overall health through vegan eating.

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"Using the latest research in sports nutrition, this handbook helps athletes maximize their performance, expedite recovery, and optimize their health through balanced, plant-based eating." --

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Using the latest research in sports nutrition, this handbook helps athletes maximise their performance, expedite recovery, and optimise their health through balanced, plant-based eating.

Debunking the myth that a plant-based diet and high-intensity athleticism just don't mix, The Vegan Athlete's Nutrition Handbook is a comprehensive guidebook for anyone looking to dive deep into the science behind plant-based eating and peak performance. Making the choice to switch to a plant-based diet shouldn't mean giving up your gains β€” in fact, incorporating more plant-based foods may even give you an athletic advantage β€” provided you know how to properly fuel your body while eating vegan.

The Vegan Athlete's Nutrition Handbook features:

  • Breakdown of key macro and micronutrients in a plant-based diet
  • The latest information on healthy supplements and dosing
  • Over 25 flavourful and fuelling vegan recipes
  • Sample meal plans to create nutrient-rich, complete vegan meals
  • Guidance on the top athletic concerns, including bone health and rapid recovery

The book provides expert guidance for everyone from weekend warriors to professional athletes, whether you are plant-curious, transitioning to a plant-forward diet, or want to refine your existing plant-based nutrition plan. With easy-to-follow vegan menus, recipes, tips, and tricks that can enhance performance, boost recovery, and improve health, there's no reason not to be a vegan athlete!

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Praised as a must-have for understanding plant-based nutrition for performance and recovery by Olympic silver medallist Dotsie Bausch, this handbook is considered invaluable for athletes at any level. Nutrition experts like Matt Ruscigno and Kayla Slater highlight the book’s thorough, informative approach, while naturopathic physician Sara Love commends its quality resource on plant-based protein sources for athletes.

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ISBN: 9781578269044

Publisher: Hatherleigh Press,U.S.

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 15 August 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Hatherleigh Press,U.S.

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 178.0mm

Height: 228.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 256

About the Author

Nichole Dandrea-Russert, MS, RDN, has been a registered dietitian nutritionist for 25 years, specializing in heart disease, diabetes, sports nutrition and women's health. For the past ten years, she has focused on plant-based lifestyles through inspiring and educating people about plant-based eating to optimize their health and the health of the planet. Nichole has been featured in Yoga Journal, Veg News and Atlanta Journal Constitution through her plant-based chocolate company, Nicobella Organics. She also has a plant-based blog for wellness tips, recipes and inspiration called Purely Planted. She currently lives in Atlanta, GA with her husband.

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