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Vegan Nutrition Basics

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.

How to Increase Iron Levels Naturally: Cooking with a Cast Iron Skillet

December 6, 2018 By Alina Petre, MSc. RD. Leave a Comment

How to increase iron levels naturally

Today I want answer a common question that many mamas have, either related to themselves or to little ones. That’s how to increase iron levels naturally!

There are many ways to increase your iron levels, including supplements. But as a registered dietitian, I tend to take a foods first approach to most things.

So when it comes to raising blood iron levels, I’m naturally inclined to suggest several food-related options before turning to a supplement.

In this article, I want to share with you one of my favorites ways to increase iron levels naturally — cooking with a cast iron skillet.

I’ll cover how to season your cast iron skillet, how to cook with it and why doing so can help boost your iron levels!
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5 Tips for Healthy Eating When Traveling with a Baby

September 10, 2018 By Alina Petre, MSc. RD. 1 Comment

Healthy eating when travelling

Healthy eating when traveling is not always easy. Airport food, chaotic schedules and the delicious local cuisine each provide their own particular challenges.

Plus, traveling with baby in tow adds its own level of difficulty to this task!

In this article, I share five easy tips I personally rely on to continue eating well when away from home. [Read more…] about 5 Tips for Healthy Eating When Traveling with a Baby

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21 Protein-Rich Foods For Vegetarian and Vegan Mamas

August 13, 2018 By Alina Petre, MSc. RD. Leave a Comment

Protein-rich foods

One of the biggest concerns newly vegetarian and vegan mamas list is the fear their new diet may not provide them or their little ones with enough protein-rich foods.

Some may even contemplate adding protein powders to their diet to make sure they get enough of this nutrient.

As a registered dietitian, I’m here to tell you that it’s often unnecessary. [Read more…] about 21 Protein-Rich Foods For Vegetarian and Vegan Mamas

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Alina Petre vegan registered dietitian

Hi and welcome to Veggies & More. I’m Alina – a registered dietitian, mom of three, and passionate about helping families thrive on a plant-based diet. READ MORE 

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