In this post I’m going to share with you some of my favourite resources for plant-based living. They offer a great starting point for anyone interested in learning more about the benefits of a plant-based diet. Whether you’re completely new to the idea, these are the books, documentaries, websites, and podcasts that taught me a lot. If you are already embracing the lifestyle, they will expand your knowledge greatly. I’m confident that these resources will kick start your curiosity of this is new to you. So let’s get straight into it.
I have selected these resources for their scientific basis on nutrition and health. They are less biased towards animal welfare and environmental activism.
Books
The China Study
By Dr. T Collin Campbell
The China Study summarizes results from a comprehensive nutrition study. This is known as the China-Cornell-Oxford Project. The book examines the link between consuming animal products and chronic diseases. These diseases include coronary heart disease, diabetes, and many different types of cancer. This was a really fascinating read and I found it incredibly eye-opening. It was the first book I read on nutrition. Since then I questioned everything I thought I knew about healthy eating and continue to learn. It gave me a lot of ‘woah’ moments. If you don’t mind facts and figures, I would highly recommend this book.
The Blue Zones
By Dan Buettner
Dan Buettner traveled the world to meet the planet’s longest-lived people. In this book, he shares nine powerful lessons learned along the way. He believes these lessons could improve our quality of life and help us live longer. The Blue Zones are communities where common elements of lifestyle, diet, and outlook appear to promote longevity. I found this to be a really good insight into different cultures and healthy ways of living. A plant-based diet is a common theme throughout. It also emphasizes a positive mentality and high levels of physical activity. These are commonalities among the residents in these communities. It was wonderful to read about the lives and the mindsets of some of the oldest people on earth. It’s given me a new found and deep admiration and respect for them. We really can learn from our elders. This was an inspiring and down to earth, humbling book – I loved every page!
31-day Food Revolution
By Ocean Robbins
Ocean Robbins, one of the founders of the Food Revolution Network, shares valuable insights. He explains how you can heal your body through a wholefoods plant-based diet. This is a really easy to use and helpful resource for anyone interested in making a lifestyle change. Even if you’re not interested in completely cutting out animal products, this book provides a great insight. It helps you make better educated choices about the foods you eat. It also suggests the healthiest options that you can tailor to suit you. I like the table of foods. It states those you should eat abundantly. It also shows those you should eat moderately and those you should avoid. I find this really useful and refer to it a lot.
Food Rules
By Michael Pollan
Michael Pollan is an internationally-acclaimed food journalist. His book Food Rules is the perfect handbook for anyone concerned about the relationship between health and food. He lays down easy to understand principles for eating well. This is a great resource based on a variety of sources, from nutritionists to ancient cultures. Simply put he recommends we all ‘Eat food, not too much, mostly plants.’
Documentaries
Forks Over Knives
This is a great documentary to watch if you’ve read The China Study. It’s also worth watching if you are thinking about reading it. They occasionally refer to the book in the film. Forks over Knives examines a profound claim. It suggests that most chronic diseases that afflict us can be controlled through adopting a wholefoods, plant-based diet. Head over to the Forks Over Knives website to learn more: https://www.forksoverknives.com/the-film/#gs.xdcpc7
Game Changers
One of the newer additions to the recent boom of documentaries about the food industry and diet – Game Changers looks at the relationship between diet and athletic performance. Presented by James Cameron, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Jackie Chan, Lewis Hamilton, Novak Djokovic and Chris Paul, this is a revolutionary film about how some of the world’s best athletes are thriving on a plant-based diet. Head over to the Game Changers website to learn more https://gamechangersmovie.com/the-film/
The Need To GROW
The documentary explores a global soil quality issue impacting our food systems. Poor soil quality leads to food lacking in flavor and nutrient density and has a wider impact on ecosystems. Soil regeneration can help solve these problems. The Need To GROW shines a light on how that is possible.
The Need To GROW has won over a dozen awards. These awards include Best Documentary at the Sonoma International Film Festival. It also won Audience Favorite at the Philadelphia Environmental Film Festival. Additionally, it received Best Environmental Film at the Sedona Film Festival.
Watch the trailer below. Watch the full documentary.
Eating For Tomorrow
Eating For Tomorrow has been powerfully and brilliantly produced, narrated by Kate Winslet. It exposes the devastating environmental impact of our current food systems and calls for a global dietary shift.
Watch the trailer below. Watch the full documentary.
From Food to Freedom
This true story follows six sick people at the height of a pandemic as they embark on a 10-day quest to reverse disease using nothing more than the food on their plates. The results are remarkable.
Watch the trailer below. Watch the full documentary.
Websites
The Food Revolution Network
‘Healthy, ethical, sustainable food for all.’
The Food Revolution Network is full of useful information and interesting insights about eating a healthy and sustainable plant-based diet. I subscribe to their emails and love the content I receive in my inbox. It’s always really insightful.
John and Ocean Robbins are the founders of the Food Revolution Network. They set it up with the aim of empowering individuals, building community, and transforming food systems for the better.
Below I have shared a video from their YouTube channel which explains their mission. I would highly recommend that you check out their website.
I will continue adding to this list as I discover more great resources, so check back soon for more!
Thanks for reading, have a beautiful day!
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