Are you considering taking any supplements to prevent vitamin and mineral deficiencies? Plant-based vegan and vegetarian dietitians can help you achieve the optimal intake by meal plan (food) and find the best supplement for you.
Food is always the best place to provide all the essential nutrients that we need. Our team of plant-based dietitians and nutritionists can help you identify potential deficiencies and craft a tailored meal plan based on your unique needs, preferences, and goals.
Deficiencies always come with unfavourable symptoms like fatigue, constipation, and lack of appetite. By working with plant-based registered dietitians, they’ll help you navigate a way to manage these symptoms while addressing your nutrient deficiencies.
Vitamin and mineral supplement is an accessible and easy way to address the deficiency. However, it is unnecessary to take when there is no deficiency and can be dangerous if it is consumed in a large dose. Our plant-based dietitians and nutritionists are well-equipped to assess your current intake and select the suitable supplement for you.
Following a plant-based diet is a healthy and environmentally friendly lifestyle. However, it can be challenging to meet the recommended intake for some nutrients. Our team is here to provide assistance in keeping you motivated and helping you develop a tailored plan to meet your personal needs sustainably.
No idea about recipes? Here is the solution, we have one of the best software that is equipped with over 4000 easy-to-made and delicious recipes that are approved by dietitians. We are here to assess your nutritional status to better help to achieve your micronutrient requirements. As for you, your job is to let us know your preferred recipes that align with these needs. To make everything easier and feasible, a grocery list and detailed instructions for recipes will then be given to you.
To make everything more precise and accurate, we would also use a macronutrient plan to better distribute your meals. It’s a simple tool to let us be aware and determine the factors that can be improved in your current diet.
Feeling anxious about not meeting your vitamin and mineral requirements? We can always start the journey by getting to know more about your needed portion size. You will learn about the appropriate serving size for each food group under our professional support. With this, we can ensure that you can consistently obtain sufficient nutrients.
You prefer data and specific numbers? Our food journaling application allows you to document your daily food intake and a comprehensive and detailed analysis including your macronutrient and micronutrient intake will be provided to you. Then our vegan dietitians can review the report and provide professional suggestions to help you better attain your nutritional needs.
If you would like to shift focus away from calories and all the numbers, a picture and mood food journaling tool would be a good fit for you. This software allows you to record your food intake by pictures and also how you feel when you eat the food.
Embark on a journey toward a plant-based diet while meeting the optimal intake of vitamins and minerals. Working with our nutritionists helps you understand your current nutritional status and needs. This allows you to set meaningful goals with our vegan dietitians and collaborate toward a healthier and more sustainable lifestyle.
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A multivitamin is always an easy way to fill the gap between what you eat and the optimal intake. However, our team of plant-based dietitians recommends that eating a balanced and diversified vegetarian/vegan diet with fortified foods can help you get all the vitamins and minerals you need.
A lot of foods that are high in vitamin D are animal products like salmon and egg yolks. However, there are also vegan sources of vitamin D like mushrooms and our body also produces vitamin D by exposing to sunshine.
In the meantime, fortified foods like fortified plant-based milk and fortified cereals are also good sources of vitamin D. On the other hand, supplement is recommended when you have a limited intake of vitamin D foods or limited sunshine exposure like during winter time.
In short, the answer is it depends. Based on VitaminWell, most of the vitamin water is vegan but not the ones containing vitamin D. Therefore, it is always better to read the label on the package and ingredient list to ensure the product is plant-based.
A study found that people who follow a plant-based diet are likelier not to eat enough vitamin B12, calcium and iodine. However, not everyone needs the same vitamins and minerals, and it can be a bit tricky to figure out what you specifically need. It is better to consult with our dietitians to identify the gap before you take any supplements.
Vitamin D3 can be produced naturally in human bodies and it can also be found in animal products like fatty fish. Meanwhile, most of the vitamin D3 supplements are sourced from sheep wool which is not vegan-friendly.
Luckily, there are vegan vitamin D3 supplements derived from lichen available in the market. It is important to read the label before purchasing.
It is challenging for people who follow a plant-based diet to meet vitamin B12 needs since it mainly comes from animal products. Vegan sources of vitamin B12 are relatively limited, primarily including foods like seaweeds and mushrooms.
Fortunately, there are fortified foods that you can obtain your vitamin B12 like fortified vegan milk and morning cereals. Additionally, a vegan vitamin B12 supplement is also an option when the intake is limited.
Gummy vitamins usually contain gelatin, cornstarch, sugar, water, and artificial colouring, and gelatin is derived from animal parts. However, there is a plant-based substitution for gelatin which is called “agar-agar”. That means there are vegan gummy vitamins but it is always better to read the label on the package before purchase.
Nutritional requirements undergo significant changes during special stages like pregnancy and lactation. If you follow a plant-based diet, it’s important to pay extra attention to folate, calcium, iron, zinc, vitamin B12, and omega-3 fatty acids, according to a study.
Vitamin K2 is mainly found in animal products like beef liver and cheese. However, there are plant-based sources of vitamin K2, mainly found in fermented foods like natto, sauerkraut, kombucha, kimchi and tempeh.
In short, there is no definitive answer. On the positive side, a study indicates fresh herbs and raw vegetables may help with hair loss from male pattern baldness. On the other hand, people following a vegan diet face a greater risk of iron deficiency which contributes to hair loss. Therefore, there is no answer to this question currently.
There are numerous vitamin and mineral deficiencies that may cause hair loss. It includes deficiencies in iron, zinc, copper, vitamin B12 and vitamin D. Arrange a discovery call with us to explore the potential deficiencies contributing to hair loss.
Plant sources of omega-3 fatty acids include chia seeds, hemp seeds, flaxseeds, walnuts, etc. In the meantime, replacing your cooking oil with extra-virgin olive oil is also a good way to boost your omega-3 intake.
The main difference between plant-based omega-3 and fish oil is the type of fatty acid they contain. Fish oil contains DHA and EPA, while plant-based sources are rich in ALA. Both types offer health benefits, and each has its unique advantages.
However, algae oil is a great choice for all plant-based lovers because it is vegan and also provides EPA and DHA. In the meantime, you will not be worried about the accumulated toxins that come with deep ocean fish.
Vitamin B complex usually refers to the supplement that includes all the variety under vitamin B. However, many types of vitamin B can be found in plant-based food except for vitamin B12. This means people who are vegan or vegetarian can easily meet their needs by eating a balanced and diversified diet. Therefore, it is not necessary to have vitamin B complex supplements. If you still have concerns, reach us now to get more personalized guidance on meeting your nutritional needs.
It is tricky to identify if a supplement is vegan or not by just reading the ingredient list since many ingredients can be sourced from both plants and animals. Therefore, it is always important to look for the label. Some may be labelled as “vegan” or “suitable for vegan”, or some may have a claim that is “plant-based”. If you still are unsure about this, reach out to our plant-based dietitians to find the most suitable supplement for you.
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