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How to Ease Into a Plant-Based Diet

Susannah Shmurak
Plant Based vs Vegan - What's the Difference

Plant Based vs. Vegan: What’s the Difference?

Chris Kissell
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Top 10 Plant-Based Picks for Newbie Vegans (or People Who Just Want to Eat Healthier)

Blanche Baxter

Plant-iful Pleasures

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Jackfruit Burrito Bowl

Craving a burrito but looking for something lighter? This plant-based bowl has loads of Mexican-inspired flavors without the hefty ingredients. Prepare a satisfying bowl that’ll leave you feeling light.

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Veggie-Loaded Green Goddess Tofu Tacos

Arguably one of the best handheld foods in history, tacos are easy to make, fun to eat and oh-so versatile when it comes to ingredients. Here, we added a special TikTok-inspired twist: the viral green goddess salad.

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Mushroom Toast with Vegan Cashew Cream Cheese

It’s time to upgrade your toast game with umami-rich sauteed mushrooms and tangy, creamy cashew cheese spread. This recipe is vegan, gluten-free and delicious for breakfast, lunch or a light dinner.

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Vegetable Stew with Yellow Split Peas

Yellow Split Pea Vegetable Stew

A pot of stew simmering on the stove makes home warmer and life sweeter. This nourishing split pea stew is a stick-to-your-ribs kind of meal, with substantial heartiness coming from cauliflower, turnips and carrots.

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Homemade Plant-Based Carrot

Vegan Carrot “Lox”

If you’re not a fish fan, or you choose to avoid animal products for ethical or health reasons, then you may want to try this carrot “lox.” It doesn’t compromise on texture or flavor and pairs well with all the fixings!

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Stuffed Breakfast Sweet Potato with Coconut, Figs & Mulberries

Brighten up a chilly day with a colorful stuffed sweet potato! Perfect for breakfast, this vibrant veggie is piled high with creamy coconut yogurt, fruits, seeds and a drizzle of your favorite syrup.

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Nutrition Facts

Transitioning to a plant-based diet will undoubtedly introduce loads of nature’s nutrition into your daily meals. But if you find yourself wondering about protein, iron, vitamin B12 or other gaps you might encounter in your new lifestyle, it means you’re asking the right questions. Seek out answers from your physician, and learn more from industry experts.

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5 Keys to Optimal Plant-Based Nutrition

Kiki Powers
Preparing Greens and Other Veggies to Reap Optimum Nutrition | Vitacost.com/Blog

How to Unlock the Most Nutrients from Fruits & Veggies

Mitra Malek
Woman on Vegan Diet Chopping Vegetables on Cutting Board

Attention, Vegans: Are These 6 Nutrients Missing From Your Diet?

John Egan

Be Supplement Savvy

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Everything You Need to Know About Plant-Based Calcium

Woman Pouring Vegan Collagen Booster Tablets from Supplement Bottle into her Hand

What is a Vegan Collagen Booster?

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What is Vegan Vitamin D?

Supplement Support

What the Research is Saying

Decoding Dietary Habits: The Role of Genetics in Vegetarian Lifestyles

Genes and Greens: Investigating the Genetic Factors in Vegetarian Diets

Chris Kissell
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Should You Cut Back on Meat to Fight Diabetes? New Study Says “Yes!”

John Egan
Woman Grabbing Apple From Fruit Bowl Following Plant Based Diet and Cancer Prevention Advice

Research Suggests Plant-Based Diets May Help Protect Against Breast Cancer

John Egan

Eco-Friendly Eating

You may come to a plant-based lifestyle for better health, but the effects of your new diet ripple far beyond your health markers. Research suggests that eating less meat lowers global greenhouse gas emissions. Learn why plant-based eating is eco-friendly eating.

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Study Reveals Health & Environmental Benefits of a Vegan Diet

John Egan
Eco-Friendly Plant-Based Meal Prep | Vitacost.com/Blog

Earth Day Meal Plan: 1 Full Day of Planet-Conscious Recipes

Marina Yanay-Triner
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Mediterranean Diet vs. Vegan Diet: Which is Better for the Environment?

John Egan

The No-Meat Athlete

No Meat Athlete Woman Pouring Green Smoothie From Blender into Glass

The No-Meat Athlete: How a Plant-Based Diet Can Help Your Fitness Goals

Not only is a plant-based diet doable for athletes and avid gym goers, it offers benefits that might surprise you. Learn more, and remember to take care with these nutrients if you’re following a vegan lifestyle.

Plant Based Fitness Products

The 10 Best Plant-Based Fitness Products at Vitacost, According to Our Customers

If you’ve been vegan for years or are just considering incorporating more plant-based options into your routine, check out these top 10 plant-based fitness products to add to your holiday wish list.

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How to Get More Protein if You’re Vegan (or Following a Plant-Based Diet)

Have you been shifting your diet toward plant-based eating? If you’re concerned about getting enough protein, rest easy that there are dozens of delicious options. Check out the ideas in this helpful guide!