Howard F. Lyman Books

Told by the man who kicked off the infamous lawsuit between Oprah and the cattlemen, Mad Cowboy is an impassioned account of the highly dangerous practices of the cattle and dairy industries. Howard Lyman's testimony on The Oprah Winfrey Show revealed the deadly impact of the livestock industry on our well-being. It not only led to Oprah's declaration that she'd never eat a burger again, it sent shock waves through a concerned and vulnerable public. A fourth-generation Montana rancher, Lyman investigated the use of chemicals in agriculture after developing a spinal tumor that nearly paralyzed him. Now a vegetarian, he blasts through the propaganda of beef and dairy interests—and the government agencies that protect them—to expose an animal-based diet as the primary cause of cancer, heart disease, and obesity in this country. He warns that the livestock industry is repeating the mistakes that led to Mad Cow disease in England while simultaneously causing serious damage to the environment. Persuasive, straightforward, and full of the down-home good humor and optimism of a son of the soil, Mad Cowboy is both an inspirational story of personal transformation and a convincing call to action for a plant-based diet—for the good of the planet and the health of us all.

In 1996, Howard Lyman warned America about the impending threat of Mad Cow Disease on The Oprah Winfrey Show, leading to lawsuits from offended cattlemen. Lyman and Oprah were vindicated, and subsequent events have confirmed Lyman's predictions. He argues in No More Bull! that the issue will worsen unless the government takes serious action. A fourth-generation Montana rancher turned vegetarian and then vegan, Lyman shares his personal transformation after a spinal tumor, which he attributes to agricultural chemicals. Using humor, compassion, and his agricultural background, Lyman advocates for dietary changes that can benefit everyone. He compellingly links Alzheimer's disease to meat consumption and asserts that steak provides no more nutritional value than a doughnut. For those confused by various fad diets like Atkins and South Beach, Lyman offers clarity and straightforward insights. His message resonates with meat eaters, vegetarians, and vegans alike, emphasizing that we can improve our health and the planet through better dietary choices. The book delivers unvarnished truths with down-home common sense, encouraging readers to reconsider their food choices for a healthier future.