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I've followed a predominantly plant-based diet for

I've followed a predominantly plant-based diet for the past 9 years. 🥑🥕🍎🥦 And I have to say that, for every bacon joke, jab at my protein intake, and criticism of how I feed my children that I've absorbed, there have been at least twice as many instances where someone I've interacted with has made a shift toward a more plant based diet. Let me tell you the secret to having positive influence as a vegan: Be so intriguing that everyone around you can't help but wonder what the big deal is. This means: 🔸️ Meet criticism with compassion and open conversation
🔸️ Respond to questions with empathy and scientific facts
🔸️ Share delicious food with other people without a disclaimer attached to it
🔸️ Acknowledge the challenges someone may be experiencing, instead of minimizing them
🔸️ Don't force information on others, but offer a safe place to find it Being the loudest and most forceful person doesn't create an inviting space for others. It draws the wrong kind of attention to your cause. And it tells people their curiosity isn't a good enough place to start their journey. #vegan #veganfood #vegansofig #advocacy #plantbased #wfpb #plantbasednutrition #bethechange

It only took 3 years but my kids just proclaimed a

It only took 3 years but my kids just proclaimed avocado toast was their favorite breakfast. 🥑 Persistence. 🥴 #vegan #veganfood #vegansofig #whatveganseat #raisingvegankids #breakfastofchampions #avocadotoast #avocadolove #healthyfood #plantpowered #wfpb #plantbaseddietitian #motherhoodunplugged #momsofig #dietitianapproved

Whenever I don't have the energy to cook, breakfas

Whenever I don't have the energy to cook, breakfast for dinner usually comes through for me. And it's always effing delicious. 💁‍♀️ Basic tofu scramble: 🔸️ 2 Tbsp olive oil
🔸️ 1/2 pkg extra firm tofu, crumbled
🔸️1/3 container @justegg
🔸️ minced garlic
🔸️ Leftover cooked veggies from earlier in the week (oven roasted broccolini + russet potatoes)
🔸️ Seasoned with: salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, Not Chicken bouillon cube)
🔸️ Topped with grated vegan parmesan from @violife_foods Side of oranges, cashew yogurt with ground flax seed, seitan bacon from @sweetearthfoods, and dried blueberries for the babes. #vegansinthekitchen #goveg #raisingvegankids #motherhoodunplugged #dietitianapproved #plantbaseddietitian #tofuscramble #plantprotein #breakfastfordinner #plantbasednutrition #whatveganseat

Vegan lasagna? Yes please. 😍 To make a convinc

Vegan lasagna? Yes please. 😍 To make a convincing ricotta substitute for this comfort meal, blend the following in a food processor- 🔸️ 1 pkg extra firm tofu
🔸️ 10 oz frozen spinach, thawed
🔸️ 1 Tbsp minced garlic
🔸️ 1 Tbsp lemon juice
🔸️ 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
🔸️ Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning
🔸️ Splash of plain, unsweetened soy milk
🔸️ Optional: vegan mozzarella shreds (or can just layer this in your lasagna) And then tell your kids it's "pizza noodles" to make them interested in trying it. 🤦‍♀️ #vegan #veganfood #whatveganseat #vegansofig #motherhoodunplugged #dietitianapproved #plantprotein #plantpowered #plantbaseddietitian #plantstrongdiet #wfpb #raisingvegankids #eatmoreplants #lasagnarecipe

We may be plant-based, but that doesn't mean my ch

We may be plant-based, but that doesn't mean my child requesting bell peppers and carrots as a snack ain't no thang. 🥕🥕 Just because you decide your kids are going to be plant powered doesn't mean they automatically develop a palate for all the foods. 😅 Whatever your diet looks like, a child's preferences develop and evolve over time (just like ours). It can take multiple times - and multiple variations - of presenting healthy foods before your kid decides he actually likes something. Some ways to encourage healthy preferences: 🔸️ Always have them available so they're a normal part of your household
🔸️ Don't force feed, beg or barter about food
🔸️ Don't associate healthy foods with things like weight or body image- instead you could talk about how fruits and veggies make you feel good and give you energy to move your body etc.
🔸️ When they're old enough ask your kids to help decide which fruits and veggies to have at a meal (and even pick them out at the store or help prep them)
🔸️ Don't make a big deal about "healthy vs unhealthy" foods, simply make healthy foods the largest portion of your diet
🔸️ Offer new foods with foods you know they already like to increase comfort at meal times Our diet is not perfect by any means and never will be. 🤷‍♀️ But when my kid asks for bell peppers and carrots I do a little dance inside because we must be heading in the right direction. 💃 #vegan #veganfood #vegansofig #whatveganseat #plantbased #plantbaseddietitian #raisingvegankids #motherhoodunplugged #momsofig #parenthood #carrots #worldchangers #healthyhabits #healthyeating

Simple everyday #plantbasedbreakfast for kiddos -

Simple everyday #plantbasedbreakfast for kiddos - frozen waffles with nut butter + ground flax seed (and jam in place of syrup). 🙃 Side of clementines and organic unsweetened soy milk. 🍊🥛 Time saving tip: I always make a double batch of pancakes and waffles to stick in the freezer for later! 🧇🥞 #vegan #veganfood #whatveganseat #vegansofig #plantpowered #plantbaseddietitian #plantbased #plantstrongdiet #breakfastofchampions #motherhoodunplugged #momsofig #momapproved #healthyfoods

Hulk says "eat your freakin plants." 💪 Seen he

Hulk says "eat your freakin plants." 💪 Seen here eating a clementine, hulk knows the importance of pairing vitamin C foods with iron foods, like the bean and sweet potato burritos we just ate. Not only does vitamin C make iron more bioavailable (meaning more is readily absorbed), it's also a natural antioxidant with immunomodulating abilities. Basically, vitamin C helps protect your cells from damage that leads to disease AND helps your immune system fight off germs and viruses. You've probably heard more about vitamin C in the case of COVID...but let's also remember that good nutrition isn't just a nice idea when there's a pandemic. 🙄 Guess where vitamin C is found? Plant foods. Don't make good nutrition an afterthought and you can help keep your immune defense functioning at it's best all the time. 🤓 #vegan #veganfood #whatveganseat #vegansofig #plantpowered
#plantbaseddietitian #plantbased #vitaminc #antioxidants #immunesupport #fightdisease #chronicdisease #antiinflammatory #nutritionscience #nutritionist #eatmoreplants #goveg

Germs germs, go away, come back never. 🦠 Green

Germs germs, go away, come back never. 🦠 Green smoothies to counteract all the boogers that have been circulating my household for the last 2 weeks. Kid approved. To make this one: 🔸️1 Green apple
🔸️2 cups frozen pineapple
🔸️1 cup frozen mango
🔸️1 frozen banana
🔸️1-2 handfuls leafy greens (spinach + kale here)
🔸️1 cup OJ
🔸️1.5-2 cups plain unsweet soy milk 💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚 #vegan #veganfood #whatveganseat #vegansofig #motherhoodunplugged #dietitianapproved #plantprotein #plantpowered #plantstrongdiet #plantbased #plantbaseddietitian #raisingvegankids #greensmoothies #drinkyourgreens #immuneboost #immunity

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