Avoid ultra-processed foods | Vegan Nutritionist Tips

Avoid ultra-processed foods | Vegan Nutritionist Tips

Focus on plant protein – but forget the myths!

It’s a myth that a vegan diet will be deficient in protein. According to official statistics, people of all ages (that’s including vegetarians and vegans) are eating well over the recommendations.

rinking your vegan high protein meal or by eating protein rich plant sources daily. Just aim to include one or two (palm sized) serving of the following foods at each meal: 

  • Tofu
  • Tempeh
  • Edamame/soy beans
  • Legumes (lentils, chickpeas, beans, peas)
  • Nuts & seeds
  • Vegan alternatives to dairy (milk & yoghurt) – go for unsweetened options
  • Quinoa
  • Wild rice
  • Buckwheat
  • Spirulina (great with green smoothies)