The Wall Street Journal profiled the sorta-vegan Tony Gonzalez of the Kansas City Chiefs. The 6-foot-5-inch tight end was turned on to veganism after reading The China Study, and promptly replaced the usual footballer diet (steaks, pizza, burgers, beer) with fruits, veggies, and nuts. He felt better, but realized after a few weeks that he had lost 10 lbs. ... and some of his much-needed strength.
Now Gonzalez plans his diet with the help of several nutritionists and has added in small bits of fish or chicken. But there are professional athletes out there who are able to stay vegan and strong as ever. Ultimate fighter Mac Danzig and Atlanta Hawks shooting guard Salim Stoudamire both had successful (vegan) seasons this year.
Sports nutritionist Lisa Dorfman has tips on how to score with a vegan diet.
http://gristmill.grist.org/story/2008/1/25/151126/701
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For full article:
http://online.wsj.com/article/SB120122116182915297.html?mod=loomia&loomia_si=t0:a16:g2:r1:c0.190032
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