Plant-based nutrition for busy parents
As a vegan parent-to-be looking into feeding options, I came across a ton of information suggesting that soy formula is bad for babies.
Sure, I had planned on breastfeeding. But what if, for one reason or another, it was not possible? Would I be negatively impacting the health of my child by choosing a soy formula?
[Read more…] about Is soy formula safe for my vegan baby?“There are currently no dairy free baby formula options available to vegan parents.”
Believe it or not, this is one of the statements I heard at a nutrition conference I attended last week.
It was during a session discussing vegan nutrition for babies and children. I’m not sure where the speaker sourced his information, but I’m happy to report that he is absolutely wrong.
[Read more…] about 10 Dairy Free Baby Formula Options for Plant-Based FamiliesAs a vegan dietitian, I often get asked about the best vegan multivitamins to take; especially in Europe, where I’m currently based.
Supplements should be used as an addition to a well-balanced diet, rather than a replacement for it. That said, even the most well-balanced plant-based eater can benefit from supplementing a few nutrients on a regular basis.
In this article, I’ll explain which supplements are worth considering taking and why.
I’ll also round up a few of my current favorite vegan multivitamins and individual supplements to help help you pick the best ones for your needs.
[Read more…] about The Best Vegan Multivitamins; A Dietitian’s Go-TosThis week, my toddler son requested we bake a vegan strawberry pie together.
This brought back memories of the first ever vegan strawberry pie I baked two years ago, for my daughter’s fourth birthday.
I had never baked one before, but was definitely up for the challenge!
[Read more…] about Vegan Strawberry Pie Recipe; Kid-Friendly and Truly Sugar-FreeAre Sour Patch Kids vegan? This is a question every vegan sweet and sour candy enthusiast has likely pondered at one time or another.
Read on to find out which versions of this popular candy are vegan in Europe and the USA, and which ones to avoid.
[Read more…] about Are Sour Patch Kids Vegan? An American vs European perspective.Is it safe to raise a vegan kid? Whether we like it or not, this question can be the topic of some controversy. And the headlines of vegan parents underfeeding their children definitely aren’t helping!
With that in mind, there’s a very big chance that someone in your immediate or extended circle will express concern about your choice to raise a vegan kid.
[Read more…] about Raising a Vegan Kid; Safe or Dangerous?
