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mama_maleficent's review against another edition
3.0
Quick fun read, some good information. Though I won't go full out, it gave me some more ideas about eating.
christiana's review against another edition
2.0
This book should be called Skinny Vegan because most of it is a guide to going vegan. Also, fasting. I am not a good candidate for either of these things.
ginelise's review against another edition
2.0
I appreciated that this book is based off of a vegan & vegetarian diet, however it was printed 18 years ago in 2005. SO much has changed in the vegan foods industry. Yes, fruits & vegetables are at the forefront always, but because this book is so outdated, it recommends tons of bad-for-you vegan food options that they literally call in the book "fake chicken"/ "fake bacon" other options they recommend are full of carbs,sugar, hfcs, sodium & startch. The vegan & vegetarian food industry has come a long way in what is available since 2005. All in all, I do think this book had a lot to offer and really enjoyed the way the authors spoke so bluntly and honestly (if f-bombs aren't your thing pass on it) I'd be willing to reread and re-rate the book if it were revised and updated.
somanybookstoread's review against another edition
5.0
I didn't have high expectations for this book because the title made it sound mainstream and shallow, like another book about another diet fad. But, I was given a free copy and I've been on a health and well-being reading kick while I put in my time on the elliptical, so I gave this little book a shot.
Since I gave it a rare five-star rating, needless to say I was pleasantly surprised. The authors use a voice that sells (#1 NYT Bestseller type sales!) to talk about not only how to cultivate a healthier lifestyle, but also to tackle the grim realities of the food industry. I laughed out loud often. As a writer, I have a lot of respect for the authors' abilities to get creative with their angle in order to shed light on topics most Americans want to conveniently ignore. I loved it!
Since I gave it a rare five-star rating, needless to say I was pleasantly surprised. The authors use a voice that sells (#1 NYT Bestseller type sales!) to talk about not only how to cultivate a healthier lifestyle, but also to tackle the grim realities of the food industry. I laughed out loud often. As a writer, I have a lot of respect for the authors' abilities to get creative with their angle in order to shed light on topics most Americans want to conveniently ignore. I loved it!
acollierastro's review against another edition
1.0
I wish I could give this zero stars.
These women have no idea how the body or nutrition works. On page 8 or so when it says "Duh chemicals are bad for your body." you realize you need to put the book down and walk away. They have no idea at all what they are talking about. "I used to be a model so now I'm a scientist." Sure, sweety.
These women have no idea how the body or nutrition works. On page 8 or so when it says "Duh chemicals are bad for your body." you realize you need to put the book down and walk away. They have no idea at all what they are talking about. "I used to be a model so now I'm a scientist." Sure, sweety.
rebecky85's review against another edition
5.0
I don't care what gender you are. Everyone should read this book. It is full of very eye opening and valuable information about the garbage we ingest on a daily basis. If this book doesn't make you want to eat better, I don't know what will.
It also gives insight into how corrupt the food industry is. It's infuriating.
It also gives insight into how corrupt the food industry is. It's infuriating.
caitylin55's review against another edition
3.0
I thought this book was really interesting and eye-opening. I probably won't become a vegan, but I will definitely strive to make healthier eating choices. Everyone knows the benefits of eating more fruits and vegetables but I doubt many of us know just how bad some of the food we eat on a regular basis are for you. It was also interesting to learn about how lax our food regulations are and how corrupt a lot of the regulating agencies have become. I felt that the tone of the book was hilarious and real but I could see how some may find it offensive. An interesting read for those wanting to learn more about whats REALLY in their food.
sadie_scout's review against another edition
4.0
i agree with about 70% of it. always good to read some self help to get your mind right.
loreadsk's review against another edition
1.0
I originally picked this up thinking it was funny with some knowledgeable facts. I couldn't be more wrong. As a generally healthy person, I know a decent amount about nutrition. I also have those around me that have degrees in nutrition. This woman definitely doesn't know anything about healthy weight loss. To be blunt, the book lacked credibility.
I feel as though the book was more about the author's belief system than actual healthy advice.
It was basically a PSA for animal slaughterhouses and it enforced the notion that the only way you can lose weight is becoming a vegetarian or vegan. As the author would put it...Bullshit.
Which brings me to another point, the writing was poor. I don't know if she was trying to be funny, or condescending or just "dumb it down" by using "crap" or "bullshit", but it definitely didn't help with her credibility. It sounded like any teen with a blog could've written it.
A few things the author did get right: Eating fruit is good, drinking water is good, soda makes you fat (Sad, but true. Of course that means overtime.), low carb is "crap" and the Atkins diet is "crap". Those I feel anyone with common sense would know. Or as the author put it "Common sense, bitches". So yes, the book was not complete "crap", it did have a few valid points if you read between the lines.
"So now you are officially vegan, a person who doesn't eat any animal products. No meat, chicken, pork, fish, eggs, milk, cheese or butter. Feel great about it"
That was an actual passage from the book. I have nothing against being vegan or a vegetarian, but I do have a problem with the belief that they're the only "skinny bitches" out there. To be honest, I know very few vegans or vegetarians that are skinny AND healthy. Most I know will skip the aforementioned products but still eat junk food. Well, that just contradicts everything.
"Just continue to drink a lot of water, exercise, and eat right, shitheads".
Another passage, and although I could do without the "shitheads" remark, when the author condenses it down to that, she gets it right. Without the long graphic remarks of animal slaughterhouse cruelty and rants on how the government is lying and poisoning us, the author has a few valid points.
Another thing that annoyed me about this book was the notion that skinny= pretty and vise versa. That is just not how life works, and its sad that this is marketed in our society. Losing weight will not magically make you pretty, just like becoming a vegan or vegetarian does not magically make you healthy.
Well,this review has turned into an almost incoherent rant, so to summarize my thoughts I did not like this book. I do not recommend it to anyone, especially those who will believe everything without checking the facts. This book thoroughly annoyed me.
I feel as though the book was more about the author's belief system than actual healthy advice.
It was basically a PSA for animal slaughterhouses and it enforced the notion that the only way you can lose weight is becoming a vegetarian or vegan. As the author would put it...Bullshit.
Which brings me to another point, the writing was poor. I don't know if she was trying to be funny, or condescending or just "dumb it down" by using "crap" or "bullshit", but it definitely didn't help with her credibility. It sounded like any teen with a blog could've written it.
A few things the author did get right: Eating fruit is good, drinking water is good, soda makes you fat (Sad, but true. Of course that means overtime.), low carb is "crap" and the Atkins diet is "crap". Those I feel anyone with common sense would know. Or as the author put it "Common sense, bitches". So yes, the book was not complete "crap", it did have a few valid points if you read between the lines.
"So now you are officially vegan, a person who doesn't eat any animal products. No meat, chicken, pork, fish, eggs, milk, cheese or butter. Feel great about it"
That was an actual passage from the book. I have nothing against being vegan or a vegetarian, but I do have a problem with the belief that they're the only "skinny bitches" out there. To be honest, I know very few vegans or vegetarians that are skinny AND healthy. Most I know will skip the aforementioned products but still eat junk food. Well, that just contradicts everything.
"Just continue to drink a lot of water, exercise, and eat right, shitheads".
Another passage, and although I could do without the "shitheads" remark, when the author condenses it down to that, she gets it right. Without the long graphic remarks of animal slaughterhouse cruelty and rants on how the government is lying and poisoning us, the author has a few valid points.
Another thing that annoyed me about this book was the notion that skinny= pretty and vise versa. That is just not how life works, and its sad that this is marketed in our society. Losing weight will not magically make you pretty, just like becoming a vegan or vegetarian does not magically make you healthy.
Well,this review has turned into an almost incoherent rant, so to summarize my thoughts I did not like this book. I do not recommend it to anyone, especially those who will believe everything without checking the facts. This book thoroughly annoyed me.
yourfriendsteph's review against another edition
3.0
This is a good read for those who know nothing about nutrition and are looking for a little motivation. Although I did not find any information I hadn't read before, i was impressed that Skinny Bitch was full of research summaries to back up claims.
I thought Skinny Bitch did a great job of concisely cramming a lot of good information into a quick read. I'd recommend this book to anyone new to the health food game, but would advise the reader to continue with other books as well.
Oh, and just from the title one can tell the verbiage used throughout the books is a bit over the top. This was obviously a tactic to gain attention. despite the extreme expletives, this book really is informative.
I thought Skinny Bitch did a great job of concisely cramming a lot of good information into a quick read. I'd recommend this book to anyone new to the health food game, but would advise the reader to continue with other books as well.
Oh, and just from the title one can tell the verbiage used throughout the books is a bit over the top. This was obviously a tactic to gain attention. despite the extreme expletives, this book really is informative.