“What can I eat on a plant-based or vegetarian diet?” It is natural to wonder about your options when embarking on this lifestyle change.
Carrots and broccoli are considered healthy choices; but does that apply to all plant-based foods?
So often, our clients want to know:
Are peanuts an acceptable source of protein?
How often should I consume soy products? Since I don’t eat fish, how can I ensure I get enough omega 3 fats?
Are plant-based burgers acceptable sources of nutrition?
Are Pasta-Based Diets Possible (Please Say Yes…)
Determining which plant-based foods fall within various macronutrient categories can be tricky.
Consider chickpeas, lentils and veggie burgers: Are they rich in proteins, carbohydrates or fats? (HELP!)
Questions such as these inspired us to compile this easy-to-use visual food list tailored specifically towards plant-based and vegetarian eaters.
Just a word of warning: we won’t tell you which foods are “good” and “bad”, or tell you there is one “right” way of eating.
That isn’t our style; but we will show you how to consider food along a continuum from “eat more” to “eat some” to “eat less.”
Our nutrition coaching method emphasizes a key principle: Progress over perfection.
Utilize our continuums to make decisions that are just “a little bit better,” whether shopping in grocery store aisles, cooking homemade meals from scratch, or ordering from a menu.
Plus, learn how to: Incorporate a balanced combination of plant-based proteins, vegetables, carbohydrates and fats in your daily food choices in order to feel, move and look better. Customize your intake according to your lifestyle goals and (of course!) tastebuds!
As an added benefit, we’ve also provided space for you to customize your own plant-based foods continuum and build delicious menus of nutritious food that suit you individually. No more questions asked!
(If you want a free plant-based nutrition plan tailored specifically for your body, goals, and lifestyle, use the Precision Nutrition Calculator).)
Download this infographic onto a tablet or printer and use its step-by-step process to identify which foods align with your (and/or clients’) goals.
