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Diet for a new America

Book • 1987

John Robbins' "Diet for a New America" is a groundbreaking work that examines the environmental and health consequences of consuming animal products.

The book presents a compelling case for adopting a plant-based diet, highlighting the ethical concerns surrounding factory farming and the detrimental effects of meat consumption on human health.

Robbins delves into the nutritional benefits of plant-based foods and offers practical guidance on transitioning to a vegetarian or vegan lifestyle.

The book's impact has been significant, contributing to the growing awareness of the link between diet and environmental sustainability.

It remains a valuable resource for those seeking to make informed choices about their food consumption.

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Mentioned in 10 episodes

Mentioned by

Echo Charles

as a book she consulted during her early exploration of health and wellness.

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Mentioned by Anne Rowe, who notes that it was given to his father, Irv Robbins, who then changed his lifestyle as a result.

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Mentioned by

Robert Cheeke

as a resource available during his early days as a vegan athlete.

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Mentioned by

Anne Rowe

as the book that John Robbins produced in 1987.

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Mentioned by

Joel Kahn

, who read it when it came out and was influenced by it in his vegan journey.

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Mentioned by

Amy Scott

as the book that exposed the less savory aspects of factory farming and led her to give up eating meat.

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Mentioned by

Moby

alongside

Peter Singer

's "Animal Liberation" as influential in his shift towards animal rights activism.

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Mentioned by

Rip Esselstyn

when discussing the limited number of plant-based books available when he wrote his first book.

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Mentioned by

Mindy Pelz

as a book that influenced her decision to become vegetarian.

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Mentioned by

David Duchovny

as a book that influenced his views on food and agriculture.

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