Eric O’Grey is a lifestyle vegan, nutrition enthusiast, and animal welfare advocate. But just a few years ago, his life was very different. Eric was overweight and unhappy, and was even told by his doctor to buy a funeral plot. But after watching a television clip featuring past-President Bill Clinton who had rediscovered health through…
There is one nutrient that is absolutely critical to be getting and takes some extra care from vegetarian and vegan eaters: vitamin B12. In this article we discuss what Vitamin B12 is and why it’s important. How much B12 do you need? What are the best sources of vegan B12? Can you get B12 from…
Looking for a plant-based or vegan nutritionist? Below you’ll find a list of vegan registered dietitians who can support your nutrition and wellness goals. You can find plant based nutritionists who focus on health conditions, nutrient deficiencies, eating disorders, nutrition during pregnancy, vegan kids nutrition, sports nutrition, food allergies, and more. How Can I Get…
Do vegans need to take vitamins? What vitamins to vegans and vegetarians need? Can we get everything from food, or are plant-based supplements important? Let’s ask a nutritionist expert! Vegan Registered Dietitian Taylor Wolfram is back with another nutrition guide to answer all your questions. So, you went vegan. Awesome! You’re saving animals and minimizing…
Where do vegans get their protein? How can you get all your nutrients as a vegan? Can you get everything you need from food or do vegans need to take vitamins or supplements? What about Vitamin B-12? Omega-3s? Are you getting enough iodine? This vegan nutrition guide was written by vegan Registered Dietitian Taylor Wolfram…
Note: This article discusses weight, weight loss on a vegan diet, mental health, depression, body image, and chronic illness. If any of these topics are triggering for you, this may not be the article for you. Please remember that this is a very personal story and kindness is always appreciated. If you’re reading this article…
As rates of obesity, heart disease and type 2 diabetes continue to soar, “What should I eat?” has become one of the most important questions of the 21st century. As a doctor specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of digestive health problems, my patients ask me this question all the time. I believe that they…
This article was sponsored by our friends at Hippo7 vitamins—made by vegans for vegans! Hippo7’s vegan vitamins are specially formulated for plant-eaters and include all 7 of the essential vegan nutrients we’re talking about today. Eating vegan comes with a plethora of health benefits—like reduced risk of many debilitating diseases including cardiovascular disease, Type II…
Plant-based diets have long been known to promote health. Indeed, many of the longest-lived populations in the world consume a plant-centered diet. Plant-based diets have been associated with decreased overall mortality, decreased risk of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and certain cancers. Additionally, an increasing number of conditions have been linked to the health of our gut…
For many of us, the transition to going fully vegan is a gradual one—it’s not always overnight. Many vegans today went pescatarian first, then moved on to vegetarian, and finally made the jump to vegan. That’s why having a plethora of vegan seafood options today is so amazing! Whether you’re taking it slow and want…