Plant-based nutrition for busy moms
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?As a registered dietitian, I want to address a topic that’s been bothering me for some time already, both within and outside of the vegan community.
That’s how we view our diet and the labels we use for the foods we choose to eat or not eat.
I find the use of words such as “clean eating” or “cheat meals” especially troubling. Unfortunately, they are very prevalent, from the youtube videos I watch to the locker room chats I overhear in the CrossFit box I train in.
[Read more…] about The Problem with Clean Eating – A Dietitian’s PerspectiveIntroducing your baby to their first foods is an exciting yet often question-riddled time.
Despite what you may hear in the media, it is possible to feed your baby a vegan diet from the get-go, in a balanced, nutrient-rich way.
That said, tiny humans have different nutritional requirements than adults. So it’s important to make sure that you offer your vegan baby the right foods, in the right combinations.
[Read more…] about Best First Foods for Vegan BabiesAs a registered dietitian, one question that often comes up during my consults is whether there is any advantage to taking a vegan multivitamin. And if yes, which one I recommend.
Some vegan supplements are definitely worth taking. However, it’s not always clear whether vegan multivitamins fall within this category.
This article discusses the instances in which vegan multivitamins may be beneficial and how to pick the best plant-based multivitamins for your needs.
[Read more…] about Choosing the best vegan multivitamins for your needsCalcium is a nutrient often discussed in the vegan community.
Since you’ve landed on this page, you might be wondering whether it’s possible to get enough calcium without dairy. And if so, how to meet your calcium needs on a vegan diet.
Some will tell you that eating a well-varied plant-based diet will automatically take care of your calcium needs.
[Read more…] about Vegan Sources of Calcium and How to Get Enough Without DairyWhen it comes to finally introducing iron-rich foods to your vegetarian or vegan baby, tons of questions may pop to mind.
For instance, what foods to start with? Or how to make sure they’re suited for your baby? And are supplements needed?
This article will discuss iron-rich plant foods for your vegetarian or vegan baby, and show you how to make sure your little one gets enough of this important nutrient.
[Read more…] about Iron-Rich Foods for Babies: Vegetarian and Vegan Ideas
