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10 Vitamins and Minerals Healthy Vegan Women Should Take

February 28, 2019 By Alina Petre, MSc. RD. 10 Comments

Vegan Supplements

As a woman eating a vegan diet, or perhaps thinking about transitioning to one, you may wonder about the vitamins vegan women should take.

On the one hand, many vegans strongly claim that a whole food, plant-based diet can easily meets all of your daily nutrient requirements.

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Healthy Vegan Pregnancy: 8 Nutrients to Get Enough Of

November 19, 2018 By Alina Petre, MSc. RD. Leave a Comment

Vegan Pregnancy Diet

Putting the word “healthy” in the same sentence as “vegan pregnancy” can sometimes cause quite a stir. Especially since the stories about babies born to vegan mothers which make the news are rarely positive ones. 

But as a registered dietitian, I can assure you that a vegan diet, when done right, can be absolutely appropriate for all life stages. Including pregnancy.

And several dietetics organizations agree. It’s just a matter of knowing what you’re doing (1, 2).

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Vegan Diet for Pregnancy: What to Eat in a Day

November 5, 2018 By Alina Petre, MSc. RD. Leave a Comment

Vegan Pregnancy Diet

Showing interest in a vegan diet for pregnancy can definitely raise some eyebrows.

Well-intentioned friends, family members and even some healthcare practitioners may voice their concerns on whether a vegan diet is appropriate for growing a baby. And their questions might even plant a seed of doubt into your own mind.

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8 Natural Remedies for Pregnancy Nausea

October 22, 2018 By Alina Petre, MSc. RD. Leave a Comment

Pregnancy nausea natural remedies

Unless very lucky, most mamas-to-be have will deal with nausea at one point or another during their pregnancies.

Some may become more accustomed to nausea than others by dealing with it way past their first trimester. Anti-nausea medications are one way get some relief. But they often come with negative side effects such as drowsiness.

That’s why many women gravitate towards more natural remedies.

In this article, I’ll share 8 science-backed natural remedies proven to help reduce nausea. [Read more…] about 8 Natural Remedies for Pregnancy Nausea

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Vegan During Pregnancy: Everything You Need to Know

July 30, 2018 By Alina Petre, MSc. RD. 2 Comments

Vegan Pregnancy Diet

If you’re reading this article, there’s a big chance you are expecting a little one in the near future. So congrats mama! You’re also likely curious about how to become or remain vegan during pregnancy.

More specifically, you may wonder about the plant-based foods that will make you feel your best while also helping your little one grow to the best of his or her ability.

I’m aware that wanting to be vegan during pregnancy can raise some eyebrows, whether it’s from well-intentioned family, friends or even some healthcare practitioners.

As a registered dietitian, I’m here to assure you that a vegan diet can absolutely be appropriate for all life stages — including pregnancy — as long as it is well-planned. [Read more…] about Vegan During Pregnancy: Everything You Need to Know

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