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There's a lot of mixed messages on the internet when it comes to veganism. So this month, we're looking into a few myths and rumours about the vegan diet in hopes that it'll to clear up some of the confusion.
If you're considering going vegan, make sure to give this a read!
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Now, let’s bust some myths about veganism!
This is one of the myths about veganism that can be harmful. Though a lot of people claim that there is no need for supplements on a vegan diet, studies ( 1, 2 ) have shown that vegans and vegetarians have a higher risk of getting B12 deficiency. To avoid that, we recommend vegans to take B12 supplements.
It’s important to pay attention to nutrition no matter your diet. So make sure that you receive all the nutrients you need, whether that’s from food or supplements.
The staples of a healthy vegan diet are not expensive at all. Things such as rice, legumes, vegetables, and fruits are easy to find at your local food store and are rarely expensive. This, of course, depends on where you are based, but in most cases, staples aren't that pricy.
What can cause a vegan diet to be more expensive is processed, and prepackaged vegan food. So as long as that is kept at a minimum, you should be able to eat a healthy vegan diet without spending too much money on food.
Veganism is about avoiding animal suffering. This includes diet but extends to other parts of life such as avoiding products that have been tested on animals.
According to vrg, It’s not that hard to get protein on a vegan diet. There are plenty of plant-based foods filled with protein for vegans to consume. Things such as tofu, lentils, and chickpeas are all good sources of plant-based proteins that taste delicious!
Good luck on your vegan journey!
We often associate January with being the time of year for reflection for making new plans and resolving to do things better. But my point of reflection is during these Summer months. Summer is often when we have more time to reflect that after the hectic festive period and the bright and sunny days make everything seem more possible.
Many people don’t realise that wine isn’t always a vegan-friendly beverage. In fact, the process of making wine often involves using animal products.
But don’t worry, there are still plenty of delicious vegan wines out there!
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The rise of veganism hit the headlines at the beginning of this new year when it was revealed that a record breaking 500,000 people had signed up to the Veganuary challenge - double the amount of people who signed up in January 2019.