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Transition to a Plant-Based Diet

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Note: this post has been updated in July 2023.

Transitioning to a plant-based diet can seem daunting, but it doesn't have to be. Easing into a plant-based lifestyle is one way to make the transition more manageable, ensuring that you continue your long journey. Here are some tips for transitioning to a plant-based diet and reaping the health benefits that come with it.

How to Transition to a Plant-Based Diet

I get a lot of questions about how to transition to a plant-based diet, and I know it can be overwhelming when you're just starting, but I want to assure you that you can do this. It might be hard at first, and most likely, you'll stumble along the way, but all that matters is that you keep trying.

I've been eating this way for so long that sometimes I forget what it's like to come from the opposite end of the spectrum. If you've been eating a heavily animal-based diet, transitioning to a plant-based one might seem impossible. You might wonder what one could eat if you don't eat meat, eggs, and dairy. Well, do not worry. I'm here to assure you that there are plenty of nourishing, delicious foods to eat, and these meals can be prepared as fun and creative plant-based alternatives to all your favorite foods.

Are You Willing To Make A Few Changes?

Are you overweight, tired, and taking prescriptions medications and knowing all is not right with your body? If you are like most people, you are eating the Standard American diet, which is linked to poor Nutrition and health. You can change this!

Okay you have decided that you might consider a plant-based diet and work toward a plant-based lifestyle. Even if you are not ready yet, at least you should investigate how the transition could change your life for the better!

Read the article called Tips on Transitioning to a Vegan Diet Successfully.  The argument and tips in this article for becoming vegan are very convincing. These tips will help you make the transition, and you will enjoy your journey.

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Slowly Transition To A Plant-Based Diet

With a rise in concerns over health risks associated with meat, and with the blossoming awareness of the treatment of animals, many people are switching to a vegetarian lifestyle. No matter what your personal reasons for researching a plant-based diet or lifestyle may be, cutting back on your meat intake can have a very meaningful impact on your health and other factors. At this point, you may be asking yourself, “What’s next?” The following information is designed to give you a few tips on how to start a plant-based lifestyle.

With any sort of diet or lifestyle change, success is controlled by how much motivation and momentum you can keep. Part of this is setting realistic goals, so it might not be advantageous for you to suddenly stop eating everything you’ve been eating and immediately switch to kale salads.

If you are still hesitant, try reading and making vegetarian versions of your favorite foods. The more familiar the food is, the easier it will be for you to edge over into these new recipes.

Tips Before Starting Your Plant-Based Journey

If you are still hesitant, try reading and making vegetarian versions of your favorite foods. The more familiar the food is, the easier it will be for you to edge over into these new recipes. Try adding a vegetable to your diet with only a minor reduction in your food regimen. For example, reduce your dairy intake to 3 days a week, and add a smoothie that includes kale for your breakfast or lunch 3-4 times a week. After about 3 weeks, remove the dairy and meat contents. Eventually, you will notice a difference and your body will tell you it prefers to go without it. As you reach weeks 4-6 without meat and dairy, many of the withdrawal symptoms will have already vanished. You are likely to have a noticeable increase in energy, and the thought of going back to eating meat and dairy products will not be as attractive as it once was.

There are a few aspects of healthy eating that I find to be key to success. Review these tips before you get started.

Prepare Your Food

Preparing your food is probably the essential aspect of eating plant-based. Unless you have unlimited funds for food and live somewhere with many vegan restaurants, preparing your food at home is key to making a whole food plant-based diet work. So it's time to get in the kitchen! No need to spend hours cooking; creating healthy plant-based meals can be quick and straightforward. You might find these articles helpful in getting started:

Meal Plan And Food Prep

I recommend doing at least some food prep every week, and it will make your life so much easier, save money, and prevent food waste. I would also recommend sitting down on Sundays and completing a meal plan and grocery list: planning and preparation and key to success.

Once you have a plan for the week and a complete grocery list, it's time to shop and get in the kitchen to do some food prep. The prep could be as simple as pre-washing and chopping all your veggies or as thorough as batch-cooking all your meals for the week. Experiment and see what works for you.

 Any Steps Will Be Better Than Doing Nothing

The bottom line: you – and you alone – are responsible for your health. This may necessitate changing how you eat, drink, and live your life. Even small lifestyle changes can make a world of difference to how you behave and feel.

If you are just curious about the plant-based movement, one of the best sources I know of is the Whole Food, Plant-Based Diet Guide developed by The T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies. Another great resource is called Plant-Based Diet for Beginners. This guide will provide the insight and motivation you need to start a new positive lifestyle change. The Forks Over Knives Plan shows you how to practice this lifesaving, delicious diet in your own life. This easy-to-follow, meal-by-meal makeover is the approach Doctors Alona Pulde and Matthew Lederman (featured in the documentary) use daily in their nutritional health practice. This simple plan focuses on hearty comfort foods and does not involve portion control or worrying about obtaining single nutrients like protein and calcium.

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