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06/13/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Going vegan may not be as easy as you think; it takes planning and a lot of adjustment to stay healthy

There is so much literature on the benefits of becoming a vegan. However, as with anything that has to do with improving and maintaining one’s health, it requires a lot of effort, research, and perseverance. It is the same with deciding – once and for all – that you’re going to exercise. Those pounds are not just […]

05/11/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

For your plant-based diet to be nutritionally complete, you have to avoid deficiency of vitamins and minerals usually gained from animal products

If you plan to switch to a plant-based diet, you must look for alternative food items or supplements that provide vitamins and minerals that are usually obtained from animal products for your diet to be nutritionally complete. This, as well as other concerns regarding the main nutrients that may be lacking in a plant-based diet, were […]

04/25/2018 / By Frances Bloomfield

Plant-based DHA found to adequately meet nutritional needs for vegans and vegetarians

Adhering to a vegetarian or vegan lifestyle has both benefits and drawbacks. One such drawback is the lack of reliable docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) sources. This omega-3 fatty acid is usually obtained from animal products, with fatty fish and seafood having the most abundant DHA content. As such, vegetarian and vegan populations are often unable to consume […]

07/06/2017 / By Frances Bloomfield

Doctors recommend plant-based diets for better health

Forget popping pills: Physicians have begun recommending vegetables and fruits to their patients. From the American Cancer Society to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, medical groups and doctors alike are now touting plant-based diets as the pathway towards improved overall health, reported OrganicAuthority.com. And quite frankly, it’s about time. The fact is that embracing […]

05/07/2017 / By Bridgette Wilcox

6 Supplements you MUST take if you follow a plant-based diet

It’s easy to assume that anyone on a vegan, plant-based diet is healthier than everyone else. But that’s not always the case, said holistic cardiologist Dr. Joel Kahn. Dr. Kahn warned against foods that cover their lack of nutritional value with labels that say “vegan” or”plant-based”, saying that vegans can easily get duped into a poor diet […]

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