Eating a more plant-based diet is becoming more and more popular for many reasons. We're passionate about plants so have put together a few simple ways you could start to get more plant-based in your diet.
There is no surprise that plant-based diets are not only becoming more popular but easier to incorporate into modern life. Maybe you or someone you know has already made the switch to eating more plant-based foods. But what are the benefits of eating plant-based foods? What does plant-based actually mean and how can you maintain a plant-based diet?
This month, we would like to help answer some of your plant-based questions for the newbies among us, alongside reaffirming what our plant-based followers may already know.
What exactly does ‘plant-based’ mean?
In simple terms, it means making plant-based food the centre of your meals. Foods like fruits, vegetables, legumes, whole grains, nuts and seeds would all be considered plant-based, and so a plant-based diet means consuming more of these, and cutting back or removing meat and other animal products such as eggs and dairy.
There are no hard and fast rules when it comes to plant-based. It might mean plant-based meals three or four nights of the week, or it could be a total commitment to plant power (i.e. going completely vegan!).
So, where to begin?
Research
Eating plant-based doesn’t necessarily mean eating healthy. Oreos, hot chips and soft drinks are mostly vegan! It's important you are getting the right amount of protein, carbohydrates, fats and vitamins from your plant-based alternatives.
Breakfast
Breakfast is a great place to start. Try swapping bacon and eggs for a smoothie, plant-based yogurt or veggie-loaded toast options. You can check out our delicious range of smoothie recipes here.
Fresh
Stock up on fresh produce, either from your local supermarket or farmer’s market. Keep lots of options in the fridge and fruit bowl. Be creative – and blend all ingredients together until smooth and enjoy!
Start slow
You don’t have to get it perfect right away, but you can gradually make lifestyle changes that build into a long-term positive shift.
Get enough nutrients
Always ensure you are getting some extra plant goodness on the side!
Try our delicious and nutritious 'supercharged smoothie' to pack your breakfast with plant power. Blend all ingredients together until smooth and enjoy!
- 1 banana, peeled (frozen or fresh)
- ½ cup mixed berries
- 1 orange, peeled and deseeded
- 2 tbsp chia powder - (substitute with tbsp cinnamon, a pinch of nutmeg and 1 tbsp honey)
- 1 cup unsweetened plant-based milk
- 1 cup plant based yoghurt
It's important to keep in mind that a plant-based diet may not be for everyone. But, if you're looking to shake things up in a way that's good for your health and the planet, then why not give it a go?
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