With all the vegetarian threads in the past few weeks I picked up the book “Thrive - A guide to optimal health and performance through plant-based whole foods” by Canadian Triathlete Brenden Brazier to read up on the topic. Here are my initial thoughts:
He could have toned down the sales pitch for his energy/meal drink called Vega. Mentioned in just about every thrid sentence from the mid-point of the book to the end.
I’m interested in his cookbook planned for this year.
I’m giving the liquid meal (once a day) a try this month. I’m mixing my recovery drink mix with a scoop of medical food replacement mix my wife gets at her office, chlorella, Maca and Hemp protien powder. The extra fiber has been a wake up call to my system.
I did not realize how acidic my system was getting as a result of my diet and the consequences I face if not corrected.
I don’t eat enough seeds and nuts.
So the question is, has anyone else read it and what was your take on his philosophy about stress and plant based foods as a method to reduce system stress? It made sense to me. It’s not making me into an overnight vegan or anything either. He does a good job of not preaching that note, allowing the reader to decide for themselves how much of his suggestions to take into their own life.
Not a big book, not a complicated book. Just right for a quick primer on the subject.
Regards,
Karma
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