Plant-based nutrition for busy parents
I’ve recently welcomed a new family in my counselling practice.
They’re looking to make a switch from a predominantly vegetarian diet towards a fully vegan one and wanted to know how to do this while ensuring that both them and their kids continue to get enough of all the nutrients they need.
[Read more…] about 6 Meal Ideas for Vegan Kids: Dietitian-ApprovedIf you’ve ever felt stuck coming up with healthy vegan desserts for kids, that are free of refined sugar, then this article is for you.
I personally find it especially frustrating when I come across what I believe to be a “sugar-free dessert recipes” only to click on it and discover that the sugar has simply been swapped for maple syrup, coconut sugar or agave syrup.
[Read more…] about 20 Dietitian-Approved Healthy Vegan Desserts for KidsIntroducing 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 BabiesCalcium 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 DairyComing up with quick and easy vegan weaning recipes for babies can be somewhat of a challenge. Especially if when you have little time to spare!
As a registered dietitian, I have an obvious interest in the foods I eat. I geek out the nutrients they contain and love to put together meals that look as delicious as they taste.
But as a busy mama, I try to keep time spent in the kitchen to a minimum, whenever possible.
And one thing that’s helped me save time is to cook only one meal for the whole family — baby included — ideally in 20 minutes or less from start to finish.
[Read more…] about Vegan Weaning Recipes for Babies and the Rest of the FamilyComing up with easy vegan meal ideas can be a surprisingly challenging task for a busy mom.
Between loads of laundry, diaper changes and family time, it’s not always easy to feel inspired. Nor is it practical to spend hours in the kitchen.
