Getting started with a more plant-based diet Switching to a plant-based diet may be easier than you think. Start slow, by replacing one to three meals a week to vegetarian options. Cut back on your meat intake by substituting for healthy meat alternatives such as: tempeh (fermented soy), edamame beans, tofu (silken, firm, or exta-firm depending on the dish), and seitan (wheat protein). Or simply try replacing meat dishes with legumes. Legumes are high in fiber, complex carbohydrates, and protein which are excellent for satiety, balancing blood sugar levels, and weight management. The general recommendation for patients who wish to follow a plant-based diet is to include a variety of fruits and vegetables, legumes, seeds, nuts, and whole grains. A plant-based diet is not a diet plan it is a lifestyle change with tremendous health benefits.
Posted on: Sun, 21 Dec 2014 09:22:24 +0000