Book Review: Thrive Foods by Brendan Brazier

Hey Everyone! Today I bring you a book review of Brendan Brazier's new book: Thrive Foods. For those that don't know, Brendan is a a vegan Ironman triathlete who created the company VEGA. I was thrilled to receive a copy of his new book to review.  

In Thrive Foods, I was pleased to see an easy to follow guide filled with great information on Brendan's eating philosophy along with 200 delicious recipes. I don't know what to make first, I have bookmarked so many pages!!! :)

Brendan's 5 Thrive Guiding Principles :

1. Eliminating biological debt: acquire energy through nourishment not stimulation.
2. Go for high net gain foods: make a small investment for a big return.
3. Aim for high percentage of raw and low temperature-cooked foods.
4. Choose alkaline foods.
5. Avoid common allergens.

Pretty much the principles I follow as well!!! :) All plant based, high quality whole foods. 

I like how he discusses how our diets have an environmental impact, so it isn't just about health anymore, it's about eating sustainable food. I love that this book represents a mixture of eating cooked and raw. Or as some may say "high raw!" There is also a fantastic list of "must have" staples for your kitchen. Such a great book for someone interested in eating a vegan diet, but looking for facts. I found myself reading out loud a lot to T. He needs FACTS, "It costs 6 times as much to gain nutrition from chicken breast then it does from lentils." Take that T!!!! ;)

The recipes, as I mentioned, will blow you away! Some raw, some cooked, all sound delicious! There are even recipes from celebrated chefs such as: Tal Ronnen, Chad Sarno, Matthew Kenney and restaurants such as Millennium, Candle 79, Blossoming Lotus, Pure Food and Wine and MORE! Honestly, I haven't been this excited about a book in awhile. Usually, when I get a book with recipes there are a handful I want to make, but with Thrive Foods, I found myself bookmarking every page. I HIGHLY recommend getting a copy of this book for yourself and for your irritating friend that always wants to know where you get your protein! ;) 

The book is being released this weekend but you can pre-order it on Amazon now!

Also, check out Brendan's Facebook page where you can enter for a chance to win a trip for two to meet Brendan at
the Alive! Green Expo Lounge, surrounding the 63^rd Annual Emmy’s!!!  Also, receive a free PDF download of the intro and of 3 recipes here.

Have a great day all! XO


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