P L A N T B A S E D / V E G A N
P L A N T B A S E D / V E G A N
A well-planned vegan or vegetarian diet consisting of fruits, vegetables, legumes, wholegrains, nuts and seeds contain less saturated (bad) fats, lower calories and more fibre, potassium and Vitamin C. •For this reason a plantbased lifestyle is wholesome and balanced, lowering the risk for health conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure and cancer. •
Understanding the diet preferences:
🌱Vegetarian : Eats eggs, dairy & cheese, but no animal meat.
🌱Lacto-vegetarian : Eats dairy, but no eggs.
🌱Ovo-vegetarian : Eats eggs, but no dairy.
🌱Pescatarian : Eats fish included in vegetarian diet.
🌱Vegan : Animal-free lifestyle, most likely eliminates all meat, dairy and any animal product.
If you can’t commit to going fully vegan or vegetarian – try a Flexitarian diet. Cut back on animal products, without completely cutting them out of your diet.
❗️Vegans and Vegetarians need to pay special attention to the following nutrients to ensure dietary requirements are met:
Protein ; Iron ; Calcium ; Vitamin D ; Zinc ; Vitamin B12 & Omega 3 fatty acids
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