Vegan diet at 50: Vegan Diet And types of vegan food. [Large Print]

By G.F. Northall

Book Overview

Veganism is the practice of not using animal products, notably in nutrition, as well as a connected ideology that opposes the commodity status of animals.A vegan is someone who adheres to the diet or ideology.

Vegans do not consume animal products, such as dairy products and eggs.

Vegan nutrition is important.

A diversified and balanced vegan diet, including fortified foods and supplements, may provide you with the nutrients you need.

For a nutritious vegan diet:

Eat at least 5 servings of a variety of fruits and vegetables every day, and base meals on potatoes, bread, rice, pasta, or other starchy carbs (where feasible, wholegrain).

Have some fortified dairy substitutes on hand, such as soya drinks and yogurt (choose for lower-fat and lower-sugar versions).

consume certain legumes, lentils, and other proteins

Consume omega-3 fatty acid-rich nuts and seeds (such as walnuts). each and every day

Choose unsaturated oils and spreads and consume in moderation.

have fortified foods or supplements with elements that are more difficult to get on a vegan diet, such as vitamin D, vitamin B12, iodine, selenium, calcium, and iron

Drink enough fluids (6 to 8 cups or glasses each day, according to the government).

If you prefer to include meals and beverages heavy in fat, salt, or sugar, do so sparingly and in modest quantities.

One of the primary reasons individuals go vegan is to gain many health advantages. Weight gain is more common in our 50s, and women are more likely to suffer cardiovascular disease as a consequence of menopause. Going vegan may help us avoid and control Type 2 diabetes, a frequent disease among the elderly. When followed correctly, a vegan diet might possibly assist with:

Veganism is the practice of not using animal products, notably in nutrition, as well as a connected ideology that opposes the commodity status of animals.A vegan is someone who adheres to the diet or ideology.

Vegans do not consume animal products, such as dairy products and eggs.

Vegan nutrition is important.

A diversified and balanced vegan diet, including fortified foods and supplements, may provide you with the nutrients you need.

For a nutritious vegan diet:

Eat at least 5 servings of a variety of fruits and vegetables every day, and base meals on potatoes, bread, rice, pasta, or other starchy carbs (where feasible, wholegrain).

Have some fortified dairy substitutes on hand, such as soya drinks and yogurt (choose for lower-fat and lower-sugar versions).

consume certain legumes, lentils, and other proteins

Consume omega-3 fatty acid-rich nuts and seeds (such as walnuts). each and every day

Choose unsaturated oils and spreads and consume in moderation.

have fortified foods or supplements with elements that are more difficult to get on a vegan diet, such as vitamin D, vitamin B12, iodine, selenium, calcium, and iron

Drink enough fluids (6 to 8 cups or glasses each day, according to the government).

If you prefer to include meals and beverages heavy in fat, salt, or sugar, do so sparingly and in modest quantities.

One of the primary reasons individuals go vegan is to gain many health advantages. Weight gain is more common in our 50s, and women are more likely to suffer cardiovascular disease as a consequence of menopause. Going vegan may help us avoid and control Type 2 diabetes, a frequent disease among the elderly. When followed correctly, a vegan diet might possibly assist with:

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432698540
• ISBN13: 9781432698546
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 300 Pages
• Weight: 0.97 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"