Nutrition

What about omega-3 fatty acids on a vegan diet?

ALA omega-3 comes from flax, chia, walnuts, and hemp seeds. For optimal DHA/EPA intake, algae-based supplements are recommended since these are the...

Can I get enough iron on a vegan diet?

Yes. Plant sources of iron include legumes, tofu, tempeh, fortified cereals, and leafy greens. Pairing iron-rich foods with vitamin C significantly...

Do vegans need B12 supplements?

Yes. B12 is essential and must be supplemented or obtained from fortified foods on a vegan diet. This is not a flaw of veganism—B12 comes from...

Where do vegans get protein?

Vegans get protein from legumes (beans, lentils, chickpeas), soy products (tofu, tempeh, edamame), seitan, nuts, seeds, and whole grains. A varied...

Vegan diets inevitably lead to nutritional deficiencies

If vegans need supplements like B12, it proves the diet is unnatural and inadequate