A Simple Guide For Vegan Lovers
Vegan Nutrition, Vegan Food, Vegan Diet…
The first question comes to each mind is “ how you are going to find protein sources??” People will direct this question to you straigh away. Don’t hesitate!! Never give up!! If you want to do it, just do it.
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Of course, after having enough knowledge and doing enough research. At the end of the day, you are going to give a new shape to your old habbit and sustainability is important. Therefore, to be sure of what you want is crucial.
After a little life lessons ☺ I will try to give more information about Vegan nutrition as I can.
Let’s first answer the first generic question about Vegan lifestyle; “Protein sources”. The suggested adult consumption amount according to E.U agriculture and food organization should be 0.8gr protein for each 1 kg. If you are having an active exercise routine you need to increase it, gym trainers can give the best consulting in this occasion.
Below protein chart will help you from which sources you can find protein choices for healthy daily serving size.
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Second significant need is a healhty grocery list. Start with the favorite ones. If you don’t remember them now, don’t worry!! Here is the small shopping list that you can choose from. Just print it and visit nearest market, now.
FRUITS
Fruits for smoothies and baking.
FRESH
Apples
Pears
Kiwis
Oranges
Grapefruit
Lemons
Limes
Peaches
Plums
Nectarines
Bananas
Raspberries
Blackberries
Watermelon
Honeydew
Cantaloupe
Apricots
Grapes
Mangoes
Cherries
Strawberries
Blueberrie
FROZEN
Strawberries
Raspberries
Blueberries
Mixed berry blends
Sweet cherries
Mango
Mixed fruit blends
DRIED (Can be used for breakfast cereals or dessert sweetening.)
Raisins
Currants
Cranberries
Apricots
Dates
Figs
Apple slices
Banana chips
VEGETABLES
Always prefer fresh seasonal vegatables. Frozen vegetables can not be as helpful as fresh ones for body ecosystem. Bold listed vegetables can be consumed as raw.
Broccoli
Carrots
Mushrooms
Celery
Cauliflower
Cucumbers
Squashes
Snap peas
Garlic
Tomatoes
Bell peppers
Asparagus
Avocado
Zucchini
For a health salad base
Baby spinach
Leaf lettuce
Kale
Romaine
Butter lettuce
Next issue might be about preparing some healhty snacks and recipes. Whichever eating path you choose, make it your lifetime habbit. You will observe the changes in your body system from the first day and don’t forget to support your health with daily exercies.
Ipek Güz