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8 Practical Tips For Living a Healthy, Plant-Based Lifestyle

Plant-based eating involves casting meat aside and fully centering your diet around plant foods, such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds. It is a healthy and sustainable way to eat, and if you’re willing to work on your culinary skills, it can be delicious and satisfying too.

If you are new to plant-based eating or if you are looking for ways to add more fruits, vegetables, and grains to your diet, here are eight tips to get you on the right path:

Tip 1: Veggie Overload

One of the best ways to increase your intake of plant foods is to load up half your plate with vegetables at lunch and dinner. This will help you get your daily required intake of essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

There are many different ways to enjoy vegetables. You can eat them raw, cooked, or roasted. You can also add them to soups, stews, and smoothies.

Here are a few ideas for incorporating more vegetables into your diet:

• Start your day with a veggie omelet or smoothie.
• Add a side salad to your lunch or dinner.
• Snack on raw vegetables with hummus or salsa.
• Roast vegetables and add them to your favorite pasta dishes or grain bowls.
• Add vegetables to soups, stews, and curries.