Transitioning to Plant-Based?

Here are 10 tips for a smooth transition.

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Due to some health conditions, I have been mainly plant-based for the past few years. Sometimes it is hard to be completely vegan, especially when you go out to eat. Here are a few tips if you are thinking about switching your lifestyle to plant-based.

1. Start gradually. Eliminate one thing at a time. I never liked milk, so that is the first thing that was really easy to cut out. The hardest for me is cheese!!
2. Start by replacing a few meals a week. I began my journey with Meatless Monday and created a Pinterest board with suggestions.
3. Cut out red meat first. I never really ate a lot of red meat anyway, so this was easier for me.
4. Try some plant-based proteins but not too much. I love tofu and seitan but I try to keep those to a minimum.
5. Check all your other proteins and make sure you are getting enough. I enjoy beans daily and a protein shake. Some other proteins you can include in your diet are lentils, spinach, seeds, quinoa, grains, and oats.
6. Follow recipe websites that cater to plant-based vegan options. A few of my favorites are Minimalist Baker, Oh She Glows, and The Simple Veganista.
7. Don’t think that you need pasta or carbs at every meal…