The Kind Diet: A Simple Guide to Feeling Great, Losing Weight, and Saving the Planet (51 page)
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Authors: Alicia Silverstone
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Acknowledgments
My heartfelt thanks for contributions large and small go to:
Sampson, my dearest love, for sharing your life with me and being my inspiration and teacher. You were so funny and sweet. I love you forever and miss you so much.
All the animals, for making me smile and opening my heart.
My husband, Christopher Jarecki, for being nice to me and showing me love like no one ever has before. You have supported my growth, been the best friend anyone could imagine, and completely changed my life.
Mother Nature, for the ocean, sand, gentle breezes, sun, rain, and all of your beauty. And for love in this amazing life.
All undercover activists who document the cruelty to animals—God bless you. And to the not-so-undercover activists and volunteers dedicated to ending suffering.
Mina Dobic, for your heart, spirit, and dedication, and for making me feel so cared for.
My grandfather, Sydney Silver. For being cute and for loving me truly and easily with no agenda or mess. I miss you.
Dad, for taking us on trips to see the world when I was little, and for taking me to the theater.
My collaborator, Jessica Porter. The dream to write this book has been alive in me for well over 8 years, and I was so lucky to find you to help me realize it with your sass, wisdom, kindness, and fun. Thank you, rice and universe, for introducing us!
My editor, Pam Krauss, for your enthusiasm, kindness, brains, and hard work.Thanks also to Zach Greenwald; Yelena Gitlin; Hope Clarke; Christina Gaugler; Wayne Wolf of Blue Cup Studio; Ruthanne Secunda; Elizabeth Much; Peter Steinberg; Johnny Stuntz, hair stylist; Kerry Malouf, makeup; Dr. Neal Barnard; Paul McCartney; Stella McCartney; John Robbins; Andrea Beaman; Joy Pierson; and Bart Potenza for your talent, energy, and support.
Photographer Victoria Pearson and the crew that made the photography in this book so insanely beautiful: Michelle Reiner; food stylist Rori Trovato; prop stylist Ann Johnstad; digital technician Luke Sommers; retoucher Gus Dering; I am forever grateful to you all.
Megan Lipshultz, for supporting me every day and taking care of a million details for this book and my life. You make everything better.
Lisa Addy, for changing my life.
Ida Kendall, for being an amazing, wise goddess who supports my independence and intuition with love.
Ana Avelar, for your cute laugh and sweet self and hard work with love.
Renée Loux, for your passion for the planet and for feeding me insane food.
Mrs. Phoner, my fourth-grade teacher, for telling me to get organized. I did it.
Colin Russell, my first ballet teacher, for putting so much love into this world.
And to all the starving children in the world—I’m sorry we steal your food.
Index
Underscored
page references indicate boxed text and tables.
Boldface
references indicate photographs.
A
Agar agar
Strawberry Kanten,
281
Agave nectar and syrup,
69
My Favorite Cupcakes,
190
,
191
Alcohol,
77
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See also
Wine
Almonds
Almond Raisin Bars (variation),
184
Candied Ginger Pears,
278
,
279
Arame Turnovers,
262
Raw Balls,
205
Antioxidants,
62
Appetizers,
203
Arame Turnovers,
262
Artichoke Dip,
205
Artichoke, Mushroom, and Leek Crostini with Pesto,
204
Cheesy, Oozy Guacamole Bean Dip,
206
,
207
Crispy Tofu Slices with Orange Dipping Sauce,
158
,
159
Egg Salad Sandwiches,
208
,
209
Hijiki-Tofu Croquettes,
244
–
45
Radicchio Pizza with Truffle Oil,
144
,
145
Raw Balls,
205
Apples and apple juice
Cabbage, Radish, and Cucumber Pressed Salad,
256
Candied Ginger Pears,
278
,
279
Peach Crumble,
194
–
95
,
195
Plum Soup,
280
Quick Date-Apple-Cinnamon Oatmeal,
196
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97