Are you thinking about becoming a vegan? Already a practicing vegan? More than 3 million Americans currently live a vegan lifestyle, and that number is growing. Living Vegan For Dummies is your one–stop resource for understanding vegan practices, sharing them with your friends and loved ones, and maintaining a vegan way of life.

This friendly, practical guide explains the types of products that vegans abstain from eating and consuming, and provides healthy and animal–free options. You′ll see how to create a balanced, nutritious vegan diet; read food and product labels to determine animal–derived product content; and stock a vegan pantry. You′ll also get 40 great–tasting recipes to expand your cooking repertoire.

• Features expert guidance in living a vegan lifestyle and explaining it to friends and family
• Includes proper dietary guidelines so you can get the nutrition you need
• Gives you several action plans for making the switch to veganism
• Provides parents with everything they need to understand and support their children′s choices

With the tips and advice in Living Vegan For Dummies, you can truly live and enjoy a vegan way of life!

• Paperback: 384 pages
• Publisher: For Dummies; 1 edition (13 Nov. 2009)

Alexandra Jamieson, CHHC, AADP, is a professionally trained vegan chef and a board certified holistic health counselor. A vegan since 2000, she has appeared on several television shows and was featured in the award–winning documentary Super Size Me.