Plant-based nutrition for busy parents
Below, you'll find the articles I consider vital for new vegans. If I was a teacher assigning a summer reading list, these would be my must-reads!
They cover the nutrition basics I judge essential when it comes to boosting your health and feeling your best on a vegan diet.
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.
[Read more…] about How to Build Muscle as a Vegan: A Dietitian’s Key TipsIron-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.
[Read more…] about 59 Powerful Iron-Rich Plant Foods for Vegetarians and VegansToday, 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.
[Read more…] about 11+ Vegan Probiotic Foods to Try Now; Dietitian-Approved!Are you considering giving Veganuary a try this year? If so, I hope that this beginner’s guide to Veganuary makes things easier for you.
I’ve packed it with tried and tested tips and advice that should help you make the most of this opportunity to dip your toes in a different lifestyle, with no strings attached.
[Read more…] about Ultimate Beginner’s Guide to Veganuary – From a Vegan DietitianIn this article, I’ll share my go-to vegan staples for beginners.
This is the type of list I would have searched for a decade ago, when I first went vegan.
Seasoned vegans often don’t have to think twice about what to buy at the grocery store. But shopping, or stocking up a pantry, refrigerator, or freezer tends to feel way more daunting when you’re new to this lifestyle. At least it did for me.
[Read more…] about The Ultimate Vegan Staples for Beginners: Dietitian-Approved!As 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-Tos
