8 Practical Tips For Living a Healthy, Plant-Based Lifestyle (2 of 5)

Tip 2: Rethink This Meat Thing

Meat is not a required component of a healthy diet. In fact, eating too much of it can even cause harm.

If your goal is to add more plant-based foods to your diet, scale down your meat portions and give it a new role as a sidekick rather than the star of the show.

There are many ways to enjoy meat without making it the center of your meal. For example, you can add ground beef or turkey to tacos, chili, or pasta sauce. You can also add fish or cubes of chicken to stir-fries or salads.

Tip 3: Fats are Important Fuel

You don’t want to forget about fats. Healthy fats are an essential part of a plant-based diet. They provide energy, support brain health, help your body absorb nutrients, and perhaps most importantly, keep you feeling full and satisfied.

Some good sources of healthy fats include olive oil, avocados, nuts, and seeds.

Here are a few ways to add more healthy fats to your diet:

• Drizzle olive oil on vegetables before roasting them.
• Add avocado to salads, sandwiches, or smoothies.
• Snack on nuts and seeds throughout the day.
• Use nut butter as a spread on toast or crackers.
• Add ground flaxseed or chia seeds to oatmeal, yogurt, or smoothies.