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Lightening the Shadow

Book Review for Healthy Eaters November 2020

11/14/2020

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Did you know a plant-based diet could decrease cancer risk by 13% and heart disease risk by 20%? Did you know animal agriculture causes even more greenhouse gasses than all forms of transportation combined? These are just two statistical findings reported in OMD: The Simple, Plant-Based Program by Suzy Cameron, wife of screenwriter and director James Cameron. While the bulk of this book reports the environmental and health benefits of eating more plant-based (aka vegan) meals, there are also personal anecdotes of the pleasures of eating this way and recipes. An alternative title for this book would be “No More Beef.” Some subtle promotion of the school the author founded is included but does not detract from the message of the book. Unlike other vegan lifestyle books I’ve read, this one doesn’t pressure you to become 100% vegan but strongly encourages changing just one meal per day. That is a very doable change, especially with Cameron’s product recommendations and suggested meal plan.

Without knowing about this book, I began making my breakfasts and often my lunches vegan in February. I remain committed to eating one vegan meal per day. Although I haven’t noticed any obvious health improvements from this approach, my body is prone not to recognize what’s good for it (thanks to a case of ME/CFS). Plus, I trust the benefits will be seen later in life when I have fewer age-related conditions, such as heart disease. I also like not worrying as much about the maltreatment of animals that I’m encouraging by consuming their products or worrying as much about my impact on greenhouse gasses and water consumption.

I heartily recommend this book to anyone interested in taking a small yet powerful step to improve their health and the environment. 
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Darla Nagel is a biomedical copy editor who has an invisible chronic illness. She wants to educate healthcare professionals and encourage patients. If you want to receive quarterly updates from her, email darla.nagel{a}gmail.com.
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    Darla copyedits biomedical research and writes natural health magazine articles while living with an invisible chronic illness. She has a big appetite for chocolate despite being a health nut.

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