Here’s the thing…

Maintaining a healthy vegan lifestyle involves more than simply eating kale salads and drinking green smoothies. Don’t get me wrong, those are phenomenal, but if you truly want to thrive as a vegan, there’s a biiiiit more to it.

While adopting a vegan diet excludes the big no-nos that are scientifically proven to be detrimental – i.e. meat, dairy, and eggs – it doesn’t automatically guarantee optimal health. After all, one could subsist on a diet of pasta, marinara sauce, and vegan gummy candies. Yummy? Sure. But no bueno when it comes to nutrition… and hence making the whole enchilada of veganism unsustainable. (Here’s looking at you ex-vegans.)

Let’s cut to the chase – to truly flourish on a vegan diet, you gotta embrace a diverse array of whole plant foods, including an assortment of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes. (If you’re new to plant-based eating, then print this out and post it to your fridge. It’ll remind you to include all the components at all or most meals.)

But there’s more…

Yep, a comprehensive approach to vegan health encompasses several lifestyle considerations, beyond the realm of what you eat.

So today we’re going deep, and discussing, yes, your diet, but also some key components to support your mental health, longevity, and social environment as a vegan.

Remember, the pursuit of a healthy vegan lifestyle also encompasses the art of living well! Whether your vegan journey began for health, ethical, or environmental reasons, integrating a holistic approach to wellness will not only make you feel fantastic, it’ll also deepen your appreciation of veganism’s benefits.

Now, I’d love to hear from you. Where are you on your plantiful journey, and how can I help?