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Be A Plant-Based Woman Warrior: Live Fierce, Stay Bold, Eat Delicious
The original "Julia Child of plant-based cooking" teams up with her daughter to offer a multigenerational celebration of the power of a plant-based lifestyle-with 125 recipes.
The Esselstyn family is three generations plant-based strong. Encouraged to create recipes without dairy and meat when her husband's research pointed to the impact of diet on reversing disease, Ann Esselstyn began feeding her family creative, plant-based meals more than thirty years ago. She and her daughter, Jane Esselstyn, are bolts of energy from the same strike of lightning and have become fierce, big-spirited advocates for a plant-based lifestyle, reaching hundreds of thousands of fans through their previous books and their popular YouTube channel.
At eighty-six and fifty-six, respectively, Ann and Jane are pictures of ageless health and vibrancy and spend their days hiking, doing yoga, gardening, cooking, and spreading the message that diet is the key to living a happy, strong, and disease-free life. Be a Plant-Based Woman Warrior explains how women everywhere can pass on this important legacy in their own families through the generations, and illuminates how plants powerfully support a woman's body and mind. This cookbook is a call to action and a message of hope for any and all to be Plant-Based Women Warriors filled with vitality and in control of their own health.
Be a Plant-Based Woman Warrior includes more than 125 recipes made for women on the go, from Apple Flax Flapjacks and Black Ramen Bowls, to Portobello Sliders with Green Goddess Sauce, to Mint Chip Outta Sight Brownies. And it includes big-flavored dinners like Sweet Potato and Cashew Ricotta Lasagna and Plant-Based Pad Thai, sure to tempt even the most reluctant vegetable-focused eaters. Full of life, captivating energy, and delicious food, this cookbook brings readers to the Esselstyn family table, where plants and joy are at the center.
The Esselstyn family is three generations plant-based strong. Encouraged to create recipes without dairy and meat when her husband's research pointed to the impact of diet on reversing disease, Ann Esselstyn began feeding her family creative, plant-based meals more than thirty years ago. She and her daughter, Jane Esselstyn, are bolts of energy from the same strike of lightning and have become fierce, big-spirited advocates for a plant-based lifestyle, reaching hundreds of thousands of fans through their previous books and their popular YouTube channel.
At eighty-six and fifty-six, respectively, Ann and Jane are pictures of ageless health and vibrancy and spend their days hiking, doing yoga, gardening, cooking, and spreading the message that diet is the key to living a happy, strong, and disease-free life. Be a Plant-Based Woman Warrior explains how women everywhere can pass on this important legacy in their own families through the generations, and illuminates how plants powerfully support a woman's body and mind. This cookbook is a call to action and a message of hope for any and all to be Plant-Based Women Warriors filled with vitality and in control of their own health.
Be a Plant-Based Woman Warrior includes more than 125 recipes made for women on the go, from Apple Flax Flapjacks and Black Ramen Bowls, to Portobello Sliders with Green Goddess Sauce, to Mint Chip Outta Sight Brownies. And it includes big-flavored dinners like Sweet Potato and Cashew Ricotta Lasagna and Plant-Based Pad Thai, sure to tempt even the most reluctant vegetable-focused eaters. Full of life, captivating energy, and delicious food, this cookbook brings readers to the Esselstyn family table, where plants and joy are at the center.
Editorial Reviews
"A colorful and vibrant book of recipes, stories, and advice from the two women (they look a lot more like sisters than mother and daughter!) who have been the powerful culinary custodians of the groundbreaking and lifesaving whole foods plant based movement." --Joanne Lee Molinaro, New York Times bestselling author of The Korean Vegan Cookbook
"Reading this book will teach you how to feed your microbiome, live with energy and spark, and unleash your full potential as a Plant-Based Woman Warrior!" -Will Bulsiewicz, MD, New York Times bestselling author of Fiber Fueled
"The Esselstyns are the gift that keeps giving! Jane and Ann not only take you to Flavortown, but they help you live long and well while there." -Tracey and Jon Stewart
"If you've had the pleasure of meeting Jane and Ann, you'll immediately want some of what they're having. Their energy, glowing health, and joyful vibes-not to mention their delicious food-make them the ideal traveling companions on an empowering, kick-butt, Plant-Based Woman Warrior journey. And the amazing side effect of eating this way: scientifically proven changes in your gut microbiome that will transform your health." -Robynne Chutkan, author of Gutbliss
"Calling all Ladies of the Nightshades, the Cruciferous Kingdom, the Fruit Forest, and the Whole Grains! We must unite in battle against our common enemies: Heart Disease, Stroke, Diabetes, Alzheimer's, and Cancer. Ann and Jane Esselstyn's Be a Plant-Based Woman Warrior deliciously details our strategy. This will become your sword and your truth; wield it in the kitchen daily, and victory will be ours!" -Kristi Funk, MD, breast cancer surgeon and bestselling author of Breasts: The Owner's Manual
"Reading this book will teach you how to feed your microbiome, live with energy and spark, and unleash your full potential as a Plant-Based Woman Warrior!" -Will Bulsiewicz, MD, New York Times bestselling author of Fiber Fueled
"The Esselstyns are the gift that keeps giving! Jane and Ann not only take you to Flavortown, but they help you live long and well while there." -Tracey and Jon Stewart
"If you've had the pleasure of meeting Jane and Ann, you'll immediately want some of what they're having. Their energy, glowing health, and joyful vibes-not to mention their delicious food-make them the ideal traveling companions on an empowering, kick-butt, Plant-Based Woman Warrior journey. And the amazing side effect of eating this way: scientifically proven changes in your gut microbiome that will transform your health." -Robynne Chutkan, author of Gutbliss
"Calling all Ladies of the Nightshades, the Cruciferous Kingdom, the Fruit Forest, and the Whole Grains! We must unite in battle against our common enemies: Heart Disease, Stroke, Diabetes, Alzheimer's, and Cancer. Ann and Jane Esselstyn's Be a Plant-Based Woman Warrior deliciously details our strategy. This will become your sword and your truth; wield it in the kitchen daily, and victory will be ours!" -Kristi Funk, MD, breast cancer surgeon and bestselling author of Breasts: The Owner's Manual
Readers Top Reviews
SyndrellaKat Morr
Well, I've adopted these two women, as distant family... almost daily I watch and rewatch their YouTube channel... I'm in early 70s, grew up nearly vegetarian, then lost my way in my middle years, now returning to clean eating and radiant health... no going back! These recipes are so beautiful and completely appropriate for entertaining and celebrating, as well as any day of the week. I hope to be able to serve them to family who are not quite 'convinced' of new dietary ways. Much gratitude... please, never stop sharing!
MC18SyndrellaKat
Received both, digital and paperback copies today. I already tried the roasted cauliflower and broccoli bites and the three goddesses salad (except that I didn't have blueberries), but used the strawberry balsamic dressing (so some berries ended up on the salad anyway!!). I'm making the hummus we love tomorrow and plan to do the grilled wrap. The book is full of pictures and ideas. Thank you, Ann and Jane for your commitment to healthy eating and health. UPDATE: (1) Ingredients are easy to find. (2) Pictures are gorgeous. (3) The book may be paperback, but it's a great quality paperback print. (4) I went through the entire book and marked the recipes that I liked, the thing is... I marked most of them. (5) I love the suggestions the book provides to customize or adapt to personal taste. (6) I love the health tip at the beginning of each recipe.
Reader522MC18Synd
I pre-ordered this back in March. It arrived right on time in a week ago. The recipes look wonderful and I just tried one and it was delicious. The one complaint I have is that there is no prep times listed for anything. At 60+ years of age, and as a recovering food-a-holic, I just don't want to spend lots of time in the kitchen anymore. It would have been helpful to have prep times listed so I could plan meals better. As it is, I have to make a rough guess-timate as to the amount of time it's going to take to make a recipe. That said, Jane and Ann have done an excellent job with this cookbook.
MyahReader522MC18
I have been a fan of Jane and Ann's youtube channel for years and have almost every single Esselstyn book there is. So when I found out this one was coming out, I knew I had to have it. Upon opening the cookbook, the first thing that drew me in is the vibrant photos throughout the book. They are absolutely stunning! The contents of the cookbook are detailed, thorough, and easy to read. It includes over a hundred whole food plant based recipes and a few informative chapters that are captivating and inspiring. This cookbook is the kind of cookbook you need to buy for every single family member you have and one to pass along to generations to come. It is absolutely stunning and one you definitely need to add to your cookbook collection. It is almost too beautiful to use... or maybe I need to purchase two - one to put on display and one to use in the kitchen! :-) Jane and Ann, well done!!!
Suzanne Meinhardt
Just received my copy after pre-ordering. I have so looked forward to receiving this book. Disclaimer…. I JUST received and only thumbed through it as it is a busy day. But just a quick peak has me enthralled. I love these two ladies. Dr Esselstyn’s book is my health bible, I watch Jane and Ann on their YouTube channel…. I have all the family Esselstyn books. And this one is just WOW!! I know it will become my go to for great recipes, information and inspiration and a wonderful gift I have already started giving. I preordered for my daughter and daughter in law. So good. I can not stop smiling. Do not hesitate….. JUST DO IT!
Short Excerpt Teaser
Introduction: HEAR US ROAR
We are Plant- Based Women Warriors and this is our front line. A call to arms for vitality and uncompromised health.
A rallying cry for booming energy and rejection of disease. Join us as we press onward with plants, love, and each other. Be a Plant- Based Woman Warrior.
Live fierce.
Stay bold.
Eat delicious.
The fiercest person I know is my mother, Ann- and how lucky that we live next door to each other. Ann's energy and "hop- to" is my daily dose of "hell yeah." Try to keep up with her at eighty- six years old- it is exhausting! In a single day, it is not unusual to see her run, lift weights, sweep, rake, do yoga, haul brush, plant gardens, cook, and shop. She does not stop: Activity and engagement are Ann's perpetual states.
We attend a Wednesday yoga class together, and even though she prefers to be in the back row, she still catches everyone's eye. There she is, balanced in half- moon on one leg, holding a side plank without shaking, and flipping her downward dog like a gymnast. People always ask me after class, "How old is your mom?!" and hastily add, "I want to be her when I grow up!" Ha, I do, too! She has completely redefined aging and stayed in the game. Sometimes, I'm asked if my mom and I are twins. What a compliment! I can only hope to have Ann's energy and spunk as I grow older.
While trail running, Ann once impaled her lower leg on a branch. Around this time, she had been reading a book about Genghis Khan's unruly, violent upbringing, and so she figured she could handle a branch piercing her calf. She arrived at home looking fresh from a battle on the Mongolian steppes, with blood streaming down her leg. The ensuing IV antibiotics and gaping wound had her bedbound for a day. Point being, it takes a lot to momentarily impede this Plant- Based Woman Warrior.
What is the secret to Ann's way of life? What stokes her furnace every day? The answer is simple- a plant- based diet. And daily, she feasts on more food than most other humans!
My parents say they eat a plant- based diet because they want to live long and die fast. My father, Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn Jr., has been researching the link between a plant- based diet and heart disease for decades. His intense interest was our family's initiation to this way of eating. At first, Ann learned to create healthy, simple, plant- based recipes for my father's heart patients. But soon, her motivation became stronger when patients reported other lifestyle- related diseases falling away. Along with plummeting cholesterol and normalizing blood pressure, eating plant- based leveled their blood sugar, reversed erectile dysfunction and autoimmune disease symptoms, and sent their energy levels skyrocketing.
We should all accept the challenge to live long and die fast! The effect would be staggering: less medication, disease, and long- term care, and more living, activity, and- flat out- more quality time with those you love. You may be thinking, , How can the answerer to the many faces of lifestyle-related diseases and suffering be plants? It seems too simple. But we have seen the power of this way of eating too many times not to share and shout this message over the garden wall and from the mountaintops. There can truly be boundless health and hope ahead with a whole food, plant-based diet.
Ann is fierce! When it comes to plant-based eating, we are three generations strong, due to Ann's love and delicious persistence. She has charmed every single one in our family of twenty to be plant-based. She is a role model for giving things a go. She'll challenge grandchildren to eat their sweet potato skins, she'll harvest tall unknown weeds from the garden when out of greens, or she'll serve up "witches brew" (as the grandchildren call it) for breakfast (see Ann's Warrior Oats, page 000) on Christmas morning. Ann is completely unapologetic about sticking with this way of eating. As my husband, Brian, says, "Ann is a bully for good." Always ready to roar at anyone about eating plants.
These days, Ann's bright light and humor show up in our books, YouTube videos, and cooking demos. When we began presenting cooking demos decades ago, we had no idea we were working because it felt so natural- mother and daughter chatting, bickering, and laughing side by side. What's most gratifying is hearing from people who decide to try cooking plant- based because Ann makes them laugh, or because our relationship reminds them of their mother- daughter relationship, or we just make it look easy. It is so simple- and transformative- to embrace the power each of us has in our own kitchens.
My parents feel being plant- based is the greatest gift they will ever give to our f...
We are Plant- Based Women Warriors and this is our front line. A call to arms for vitality and uncompromised health.
A rallying cry for booming energy and rejection of disease. Join us as we press onward with plants, love, and each other. Be a Plant- Based Woman Warrior.
Live fierce.
Stay bold.
Eat delicious.
The fiercest person I know is my mother, Ann- and how lucky that we live next door to each other. Ann's energy and "hop- to" is my daily dose of "hell yeah." Try to keep up with her at eighty- six years old- it is exhausting! In a single day, it is not unusual to see her run, lift weights, sweep, rake, do yoga, haul brush, plant gardens, cook, and shop. She does not stop: Activity and engagement are Ann's perpetual states.
We attend a Wednesday yoga class together, and even though she prefers to be in the back row, she still catches everyone's eye. There she is, balanced in half- moon on one leg, holding a side plank without shaking, and flipping her downward dog like a gymnast. People always ask me after class, "How old is your mom?!" and hastily add, "I want to be her when I grow up!" Ha, I do, too! She has completely redefined aging and stayed in the game. Sometimes, I'm asked if my mom and I are twins. What a compliment! I can only hope to have Ann's energy and spunk as I grow older.
While trail running, Ann once impaled her lower leg on a branch. Around this time, she had been reading a book about Genghis Khan's unruly, violent upbringing, and so she figured she could handle a branch piercing her calf. She arrived at home looking fresh from a battle on the Mongolian steppes, with blood streaming down her leg. The ensuing IV antibiotics and gaping wound had her bedbound for a day. Point being, it takes a lot to momentarily impede this Plant- Based Woman Warrior.
What is the secret to Ann's way of life? What stokes her furnace every day? The answer is simple- a plant- based diet. And daily, she feasts on more food than most other humans!
My parents say they eat a plant- based diet because they want to live long and die fast. My father, Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn Jr., has been researching the link between a plant- based diet and heart disease for decades. His intense interest was our family's initiation to this way of eating. At first, Ann learned to create healthy, simple, plant- based recipes for my father's heart patients. But soon, her motivation became stronger when patients reported other lifestyle- related diseases falling away. Along with plummeting cholesterol and normalizing blood pressure, eating plant- based leveled their blood sugar, reversed erectile dysfunction and autoimmune disease symptoms, and sent their energy levels skyrocketing.
We should all accept the challenge to live long and die fast! The effect would be staggering: less medication, disease, and long- term care, and more living, activity, and- flat out- more quality time with those you love. You may be thinking, , How can the answerer to the many faces of lifestyle-related diseases and suffering be plants? It seems too simple. But we have seen the power of this way of eating too many times not to share and shout this message over the garden wall and from the mountaintops. There can truly be boundless health and hope ahead with a whole food, plant-based diet.
Ann is fierce! When it comes to plant-based eating, we are three generations strong, due to Ann's love and delicious persistence. She has charmed every single one in our family of twenty to be plant-based. She is a role model for giving things a go. She'll challenge grandchildren to eat their sweet potato skins, she'll harvest tall unknown weeds from the garden when out of greens, or she'll serve up "witches brew" (as the grandchildren call it) for breakfast (see Ann's Warrior Oats, page 000) on Christmas morning. Ann is completely unapologetic about sticking with this way of eating. As my husband, Brian, says, "Ann is a bully for good." Always ready to roar at anyone about eating plants.
These days, Ann's bright light and humor show up in our books, YouTube videos, and cooking demos. When we began presenting cooking demos decades ago, we had no idea we were working because it felt so natural- mother and daughter chatting, bickering, and laughing side by side. What's most gratifying is hearing from people who decide to try cooking plant- based because Ann makes them laugh, or because our relationship reminds them of their mother- daughter relationship, or we just make it look easy. It is so simple- and transformative- to embrace the power each of us has in our own kitchens.
My parents feel being plant- based is the greatest gift they will ever give to our f...
