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How to Get B12 as a Vegan and Raise Your Levels Quickly

March 30, 2025 By Alina Petre, MSc. RD. 1 Comment

How to get enough b12 as a vegan

How to get B12 as a vegan was one of the very first things I researched when I first decided to eat an exclusively vegan diet. 

Few plant foods naturally contain vitamin B12. Because of this, vitamin B12 deficiency used to be one of the most common issues for new vegetarians and vegans. So I knew this was one vitamin I had to keep a close eye on.

In the past few years, this problem has been greatly improved through food fortification and supplementation. Despite this, insufficient vitamin B12 still remains a problem for some vegetarians and vegans. 

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Best Vegan Vitamin D Supplements (According to a Dietitian)

March 20, 2025 By Alina Petre, MSc. RD. 3 Comments

best vegan vitamin d supplements

In this article, I’ll share with you the best vegan vitamin D supplements currently available on the market.

They’re the ones that I, as a registered dietitian, would recommend to my vegan clients. 

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19 Terrific Ways to Stop Food Cravings; Science-Backed!

February 23, 2025 By Alina Petre, MSc. RD. 2 Comments

19 ways to stop food cravings

In this article, I’ll share a few tried and tested ways to stop food cravings. 

Around 99% of adults experience food cravings at one point or another in their lives (1). 

Based on that, we can probably agree that food cravings are a pretty universal experience. 

Several factors can make it more likely for you to experience food cravings as a busy parent. 

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How to Build Muscle as a Vegan: A Dietitian’s Key Tips

February 2, 2025 By Alina Petre, MSc. RD. Leave a Comment

How to build muscle as a vegan

Do you wish to build muscle as a vegan? Or are you wondering whether it’s even possible to gain muscle on a plant-based diet?

Yes, it’s absolutely possible to gain muscle while eating only plant-based foods. That is, as long as you keep a few important pointers in mind.

Read on to discover my top 3 tips to successfully build muscle as a vegan – including my go-to protein-rich plant foods.

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59 Powerful Iron-Rich Plant Foods for Vegetarians and Vegans

January 19, 2025 By Alina Petre, MSc. RD. 5 Comments

Iron-rich plant foods for vegetarians and vegans

Iron-rich plant foods are a must-have in every vegetarian and vegan diet.

Getting enough of this mineral is essential for you to feel your best. Luckily, there are plenty of plant foods that can help you meet your daily iron needs.

Read on to discover why you need iron in your diet, how to tell if you’re currently getting enough, and which vegan foods contain the most iron.

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11+ Vegan Probiotic Foods to Try Now; Dietitian-Approved!

January 4, 2025 By Alina Petre, MSc. RD. 3 Comments

11+ Vegan Probiotic Foods You Need to Try Now

Today, I’d like to share some knowledge about my go-to vegan probiotic foods for vegan families.

When thinking about probiotics, many people automatically think of dairy or probiotic supplements. Yet, there are also plenty of plant-based probiotics options, which are perfect for families who wish to eat fewer or no animal products. 

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