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- Move towards veganism slowly and steadily.
It’s important to be well prepared in order to
make your transition as successful as possible.
Stock your pantry with essential staples, gather a
collection of healthy and delicious recipes, and
find yourself a support network, whether this be
friends, family, or a friendly internet community. - Breakfastbeing the most important meal of the
day is not just some old cliché! Get out of bed on
the right side with a nourishing breakfast that’ll
keep you going until lunch time. - Focus on nutrient-dense foods for long-lasting
energy.A meal consisting of wholegrain, fibrous
foods, healthy fats and plant-based proteins will
assist in maintaining healthy blood glucose levels
which translate to long-lasting energy, a balanced
appetite and a reduction in pesky sugar cravings,
which means less 3pm visits to the vending
machine.- What’s the best(and most fun) way to ensure
you’re getting a full spectrum of nutrients in
every meal? A rainbow diet! Tick off your reds,
yellows, oranges, greens and purples when
getting your meals together to ensure you’re
gaining a wide variety of vitamins, minerals and
antioxidants. - Mindful eatingnot only helps you appreciate and
properly enjoy your meals, but improves the
digestive process and absorption of important
nutrients. Take time with your meals, ensure you
are chewing not gulping (no matter how delicious
the food!), and do your best to separate meal
times from other activities. - Blood tests.They’re not pleasant, but they are
essential to keeping track of your health. Having
a blood test every year or so (more often if you
have any deficiencies) is the best way to keep an
eye on the state of your health and ensure your
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- What’s the best(and most fun) way to ensure
How can I ensure that I get essential nutrients
and maintain high energy levels when changing to a vegan diet?
There are a myriad of reasons why so many people are choosing to adopt a plant-based diet. Whether
you’re concerned about animal welfare, climate change, global starvation, your health, or all of the above,
moving towards a vegan diet can be beneficial to both yourself and the world around you.
As a naturopath and nutritionist, I see many clients who are considering a transition to a vegan diet but are
concerned about maintaining healthy nutrient levels and continuing to have the energy they need to get
things done. The good news? It can easily be done!
Here are some easy-to-follow tips to live vegan, be healthy and feel amazing!m
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