The Plant Based Boost

No matter what type of athlete or exercise enthusiast you are, this book provides the latest research on sports nutrition and how to boost plant-based foods for athletic performance and optimal health. If you're an omnivore trying to eat less meat or a vegan trying to achieve nutritional balance, you'll gain strategies to implement before, during, and after exercise. You'll learn about protein quality and dosing, types and amounts of carbohydrates to target, the benefits of healthy fats, and fluid and electrolyte intake for adequate hydration. From performance-boosting phytonutrients to popular athletic supplements (both good and bad), this book offers practical nutrition advice through easy-to-understand charts and tips. You'll have the tools you need to customize your fueling techniques to perform and feel your best every day.

Whether you're an omnivore, vegetarian, or vegan, you'll find recipes you'll love in this book for athletes and exercise enthusiasts. Plant-based foods are known for their diversity in flavor, anti-inflammatory benefits, and compounds that improve health and athletic recovery. Now you can choose from meals, snacks, and desserts that provide a plant-protein boost or are 100% plant-based. The nutrition breakdown allows you to customize your meals and snacks with tasty add-ons for additional nutrients and flavor while allowing you to determine if you're meeting your protein and energy needs for your athletic or physique goals. You'll be fueling for your exercise with ease - no more guesswork needed! 100 plus recipes for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert that provide a plant-based boost to your diet Dishes that provide diversity in color, allowing you to tap into the benefits of multiple phytochemicals and nutrients Tasty additions and easy substitutions with the nutrition breakdown for calories, protein, fat, fiber, omega-3s and important vitamins, and minerals so you can add or subtract ingredients just to your liking and fitness regiment Nutrition insights and meal prep tips for inspiration and guidance Snack and meals high in leucine for optimizing muscle mass 90 recipes that are naturally gluten-free or have ingredients that can easily be substituted

No matter what type of athlete or exercise enthusiast you are, this book provides the latest research on sports nutrition and how to boost plant-based foods for athletic performance and optimal health. From performance-boosting phytonutrients to popular athletic supplements (both good and bad) and sample meals plans - this book covers it!

HOW A PLANT-BASED DIET IMPROVES PERFORMANCE - AND HOW TO DO IT YOURSELF 'A fantastic resource for any plant-based athlete looking to get stronger or fitter' James Wilks, winner of The Ultimate Fighter and producer of The Game Changers 'Well-written, well-researched, highly recommended!' Gene Stone, co-author of How Not to Die 'Whether you're looking to kickstart a healthier lifestyle or take your training to the next level, this book has you covered' Plant-Based Health Professionals UK The scientific evidence overwhelmingly shows that a plant-based diet is one of the most effective ways to improve both long-term health and to see immediate results in terms of energy, recovery and performance. But what can you do to ensure your diet boosts your performance in your sport or training? In The Plant-Based Power Plan, registered elite sports nutritionist TJ Waterfall uses the cutting-edge research he applies with his clients - ranging from Premiership rugby players, competitive weightlifters and professional boxers, to Premier League footballers and ultra-distance triathletes - to bust the myths and explain how a well-planned plant-based diet can take your health and performance to the next level. With simple but comprehensive practical guidance - from maximising muscle protein synthesis and improving your recovery, to tweaking nutrition timing and getting enough energy to fuel highly active training schedules - TJ gives you everything you need to bring your A-game. He also shows you just how simple it is to incorporate the most important nutrients into your diet with a selection of 30 easy and delicious recipes. 'A definite "must read"' Fiona Oakes, four-time world-record-holding marathon runner 'Brim full of the information you need to eat your way towards your full potential' Etienne Stott MBE, London 2012 canoe slalom gold medallist 'A holistic lifestyle guide, from a scientist not a guru' Dale Vince OBE, Chairperson, Forest Green Rovers FC, the world's first vegan football club 'Every athlete, coach, trainer and medical practitioner in all sporting organisations should read this book and utilise the insights it offers' Les Kiss, Head Coach, London Irish Rugby Club

No matter what type of athlete or exercise enthusiast you are, this book provides the latest research on sports nutrition and how to boost plant-based foods for athletic performance and optimal health. If you're an omnivore trying to eat less meat or a vegan trying to improve nutritional balance, you'll understand strategies to implement before, during, and after exercise. You'll learn about protein quality and dosing, types and amounts of carbohydrates to target, the benefits of healthy fats, and fluid and electrolyte strategies for adequate hydration. From performance-boosting phytonutrients to effective ergogenic aids, to common athletic supplements (both good and bad), you'll gain practical nutrition advice through easy-to-understand charts and tips to customize your fueling techniques to perform and feel your best every day.

Gain the plant-based advantage! Join the thousands of runners, bodybuilders, and athletes from virtually every sport who rely on foods and beverages made without animal products. Every day an increasing number of athletes, even those who are not fully vegetarian or vegan, incorporate a plant-based diet when training or recovering from competition. In Plant-Based Sports Nutrition, registered dietitians Enette Larson-Meyer and Matt Ruscigno combine decades of evidence-based research with personal experience working with—and as—vegan and vegetarian athletes to offer you a reliable and complete explanation of how, when, and why you need to plan your nutrient intake to maximize nutrition and get the best results. They will help you make smart decisions about properly fueling your body so you have the energy and stamina to boost your training and excel during competition. Learn how to get proper amounts of all essential macronutrients, vitamins, and minerals, taking into account your personal caloric needs. Draw inspiration from athletes who share how they succeed in their sports while following a plant-based way of eating. Enjoy plenty of recipes to use for training, event, and everyday nutrition needs and utilize the tailored meal plans and training strategies to properly fuel your body. Understand nutrient timing and relative energy deficiency syndrome (RED-S) as well as how to meet protein and amino acid requirements while doing light, moderate, or intense training for your sport. Get information on keto diets, tips for optimizing bone health and iron intake, and instructions for making your own fluid-replacement beverage. Whether you are a dedicated vegetarian or vegan looking to add variety to your diet or you are an athlete searching for a plant-based competitive edge, Plant-Based Sports Nutrition will help you maximize your diet for optimal performance! Earn continuing education credits/units! A continuing education exam that uses this book is also available. It may be purchased separately or as part of a package that includes both the book and exam.

With 100,000 Twitter followers and a blog that receives half a million unique visitors a month, food writer Kathy Patalsky loves sharing her passion for healthy, vegan cuisine. With 365 Vegan Smoothies, she makes it possible for everyone to enjoy this daily diet enhancement that is free of animal products (even honey) and the saturated fats, chemicals, and hormones that often accompany them. From her frosty sweet "Peach Pick-Me-Up" to green smoothies such as her revitalizing "Green with Energy," Patalsky's innovative smoothie recipes are built around themes such as brain boosters, weight loss, healthy digestion, and detoxification. She also includes mood tamers, such as the "Cheerful Chocolate Chia," with B-complex vitamins and omega fatty acids to boost serotonin levels. Featuring vibrant color photographs and simple steps to stock a healthier pantry, 365 Vegan Smoothies serves up the perfect blend for everyone.

Want more energy? Try a plant based diet! Doctors have long touted the benefits of eating a plant-based diet, and people are listening. The plant-based food industry is booming, and more food establishments are catering to the trend as people aim to increase their consumption of vegetables, fruits, and whole foods. Plant Based for Tired People addresses questions and concerns people have in order to ensure they find success from the get-go. First, we explore the evolution of the trend and explain exactly what it means to go plant-based. We also take a look at how adopting a primarily plant-based diet can positively affect one’s health, weight loss, and even the environment. Next, we give readers the tools they need to get started with a detailed plan for transitioning to the diet and a must-have food-shopping guide. We also inspire and encourage with real people’s success stories and expert advice on everything from cooking for a meat-loving family to eating out when following a plant-based diet. We end on a delicious note with 30 pages of drool-worthy recipes that even self-proclaimed carnivores will gobble up.