VegCoach — Healthy Links

Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine The great respected, umbrella organization for low-fat plant-based eating. Great Vegetarian Starter Kit. Great books. Got me going on my journey ages ago. What I love about them is they aren't selling supplements, products or devices. They provide tons of free information.

The Cancer Project Non-profit of doctors, dietitians, nutritionists and laypersons whose goal aims to first prevent, then survive cancer through nutrition education and research. Teaches free cooking classes around the US, including the classes I teach in Tampa-St. Petersburg-Bradenton, FL.

Dr. John McDougall If you can get there, go. His facility in California is wonderful if you want to immerse yourself in this lifestyle. Great testimonials on his website about how people have improved and overcome many diseases and illnesses. Now he should be cloned! Well...all of these heroes should be, really.

Dr. Ruth Heidrich Just the most inspirational diet/exercise story I've ever read. I owe all my good running pictures on this site to her and her books. To quote her: "As a finisher of six Ironman triathlons, 67 marathons and countless other competitions, I know how important a plant-based diet is."

The China Study You want research? Have we got research here. Students in my class say this book changed their lives forever. Authored by an NIH funded scientist who adds tremendous credibility. From the website: "In The China Study, Dr. Campbell details the connection between nutrition and heart disease, diabetes, and cancer, and also its ability to reduce or reverse the risk or effects of these deadly illnesses. The China Study also examines the source of nutritional confusion produced by powerful lobbies, government entities, and irresponsible scientists."

Healthy at 100 Studies on the cultures where folks routinely live past 100 without of our diseases of affluence. They look MAHvalus. Simply MAHvalus! Guess what they're eating and doing?

Organic Athlete Finally, an organization that is promoting low-fat plant-based eating AND exercise. Great group of athletes supporting each other to get the message out that a vegan diet is the wave of the future for athletes. Ultra marathoner Scott Jurek is just one of the role models...his claim to fame: Seven consecutive wins at the Western States 100 Mile Endurance Run, 1999-2005, with a course record in 2004 of 15:36.

The Veggie Queen RD Jill Nussinow is a prolific writer of many things green and healthy. Dr. McDougall writes, "Jill knows more about vegetables than any other chef or dietician we've seen." Good stuff.

www.compassionatecooks.com Compassionate Cooks is dedicated to empowering people to make informed food choices and to debunking myths about vegetarianism through cooking classes, lectures & workshops, articles and essays, podcasts, a cookbook and cooking DVD.

If you live anywhere near the Bradenton area, this is the place to shop. Everything I quoted below from their website is really true. Their produce is so beautiful! Employees very knowledgeable and helpful. If you see Mark, tell him Ellen sent you ;)

It has and always will be Good Earth's policy to offer the highest quality products at the most affordable price. Management stays informed of what's happening in the industry, so that customers receive the most up-to-date information along with the best products. The company believes customers should receive old-fashioned, personalized service. This philosophy is carried down from the owners to the staff. It is the Good Earth way of doing business.

www.amazing-green-tea.com/green-tea-store.html My favorite green tea source. I personally feel this helped me get out the door running, improved my performance and helped me lose weight, in addition to the low-fat vegan foods I ate.

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