The Messinas, who have more than thirty years of experience in meatless eating between the two of them, set out to address the full spectrum of vegetarian issues, including nutrition basics, meatless cooking, socializing, and special situations like diabetes and weight control. They have succeeded admirably. They have achieved a remarkable balance between a factual, objective examination of vegetarianism and a user-friendly, readable, and highly useful work. I am recommending this book to everyone. Those contemplating vegetarianism will find all sorts of information that makes a convincing case for a shift to a meatless diet.
New vegetarians can learn all about nutrition as well as what to make for dinner tonight.
Seasoned vegetarians will gain from the authors' enthusiasm and clear explanations of how to have an even healthier diet. Lots of sample menus and more than 50 recipes add to this book's usefulness. It belongs on every vegetarian's nightstand. This book is aimed primarily at dietitians and other health care professionals. It is written at a somewhat more technical level than The Vegetarian Way, but would be quite readable for those who are familiar with nutrition concepts.