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theseasoul's review
informative
inspiring
slow-paced
2.0
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Since my diet is largely animal-based, it was a very interesting experience to read a book written by a vegan—a raw vegan at that. We certainly don’t agree on much (aside from liking sprouts and believing that processed foods are a disaster). I found it especially amusing how many times he compared the nutritional profile of sprouts vs. steak, bragging about the lack “bad” saturated fat in sprouts and tells the reader to choose for himself which is better. I was like… “yeah, I’ll take the steak any day BECAUSE OF those qualities”. (And then maybe top it with some sprouts as a garnish.)
Evans’ passion for sprouts is far above mine, even though I still think they’re great to an extent. I still don’t think they have nearly as much going for them as meat and ancestral foods, but I enjoyed looking at some of the latest research surrounding sprouts (though he could’ve referenced corrupt health organizations like the AHA, CDC, American dietary guidelines, etc. a little bit less often). His exploration of the role every kind of sprout can play in someone’s diet was very thorough, and he communicates it in a fairly approachable way. If you want to get into sprouting this book would be a great place to start.
While I would never willingly go vegan, I’m glad this lifestyle seems to be working for him, and his love for sprouts makes me smile.
thewintersings's review
Wow, I only read the beginning, but that was one of the most judgemental things I've ever read. In the introduction, the writer, a doctor, literally claims that nutrition is the end all be all to health and not access to healthcare. Yeah, I think I'm done with this. I still want recipes for sprouts, but I think I'll track down a book that doesn't clearly think general people are disgusting and responsible for all their health challenges because they occasionally eat pizza.
allysonjacob's review
3.0
Dude loves his sprouts. It's an interesting look at what sprouts can do and how to grow them.
auspea's review
4.0
I picked this up on a whim, and I am so glad I did. I am really looking forward to exploring all the ways to enjoy sprouts.
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