This volume contains information about living a vegetarian lifestyle. It gives advice on helping others to come to terms with a family member's decision to life the meat-free way, and gives suggestions on how to "convert" reluctant carnivores. It also provides details on how a vegetarian diet can help to control medical problems such as eczema, asthma and migraine. The special nutritional needs of children, pregnant women, the elderly and mothers-to-be are also covered comprehensively. The book provides information on living as a vegetarian as easily as possible. It advises on choosing a restaurant, buying cruelty-free products, feeding your pets, buying non-leather shoes and planning a children's party. The hundreds of vegetarian recipes from around the world range from simple and nutritious dhals to elaborate dinner-party dishes. The author's other books include "Now Why You Don't Need Meat", and is the co-author of "Lifepoints" and "Linda McCartney's New Home Cooking".