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Please share a tip in the form of a haiku on a vegan diet.

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Dr. Martin Fried answered

Specializes in Nutrition

Include: Include beans and peas. Vegetarian chili, three bean salad, split pea soup, or hummus pita sandwich.

Answered 5/26/2014

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Vitamin: Vitamin B12 , found in red meat, is one nutrient that's hard to get on a vegan diet - so supplement.

Answered 9/29/2016

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Dr. Bettina Herbert answered

Specializes in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Studies: Studies show that sublingual vit B12 is as effective as B12 injections. Vegans need to supplement.

Answered 6/24/2014

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Just: Just because it's vegan doesn't mean it's good for you. Make sure you eat lot's of fresh vegetables.

Answered 10/6/2017

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Always: Always carry almonds and raisins for sustenance when travelling in omnivor-only zones.

Answered 9/29/2016

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Dr. Tariq Halim answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Eat: Eat a balanced meal. Don't forget to eat proteins. Soak up the sun, too! (for vit d).

Answered 9/29/2016

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Dr. Tod Haller answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Eat: Eat clean green veggies; always wash the veggies first; other veggies too.

Answered 9/29/2016

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Dr. Tod Haller answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Always: Always take vitamins and mineral supplements because vegan diets lack many vitamins and minerals.

Answered 4/25/2016

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Dr. Vikram Patel answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Lots: Lots of soy choices to substitute for animal products include cheese, milk, butter, even turkey!

Answered 9/29/2016

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Dr. Libby Putnam answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Vegan: Vegan diets need vitamins B12 and d, and calcium too!

Answered 6/24/2014

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Dr. Barbara Srur answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Check: Check your B12 level, since the only source is animal protein. Use im or sublingual supplements.

Answered 7/23/2016

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Dr. Liawaty Ho answered

Specializes in Hematology and Oncology

If: If you are a vegan, supplemental vitamin B12 would be important.

Answered 6/24/2014

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Dr. Thomas Namey answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

Get: Get your protein! you need 30% more than omnivores! plant protein has a lower efficiency!

Answered 1/13/2015

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Dr. Thomas Namey answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

"If: "if slaughterhouses had glass walls, everyone would be a vegetarian." paul mccartney.

Answered 3/26/2014

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Staying: Staying away from meat, is really great for your health, and so very neat!

Answered 12/30/2014

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Ensure: Ensure you are supplementing your diet with an age-appropriate but cost-effective multivitamin.

Answered 9/16/2014

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Dr. Zahid Niazi answered

Specializes in Cosmetic Surgery

Eat: Eat greens, yellows & reds - no meats, no breads. Veg out.

Answered 4/10/2019

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Dr. Cynthia Anderson answered

Specializes in Radiation Oncology

Soaked: Soaked almonds for breakfast are a great way to start the day. Soak about 10 in water at night.

Answered 4/24/2015

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Dr. Harold Peltan answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

A: A well-balanced and varied vegan diet can be healthy, but it needs careful consideration.

Answered 7/22/2014

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Dr. Harold Peltan answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Choose: Choose a wide selection of foods such as cereals, legumes, fruits, vegetables, and nuts.

Answered 1/11/2014

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Dr. Harold Peltan answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

A: A vegan diet should include different combinations of foods and recipes to prevent boredom.

Answered 9/9/2013

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Dr. Harold Peltan answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Protein: Protein comes from seeds, soy products (tofu, tempeh), nuts (almonds, walnuts), and legumes.

Answered 12/30/2013

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Dr. Harold Peltan answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

For: For calcium, a vegan diet should include green leafy vegetables, soy products, and fortified juices.

Answered 1/29/2014

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Dr. Harold Peltan answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Exposure: Exposure to sunlight for 15 to 20 minutes a day helps a vegan get the required vitamin d.

Answered 3/23/2015

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Dr. Harold Peltan answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Get: Get iron from dried beans, sprouts, dark green vegetables such as collard greens, kale, broccoli.

Answered 6/23/2014

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Dr. Harold Peltan answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Cottage: Cottage cheese or processed cheese can be replaced by crumbled tofu.

Answered 4/3/2016

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Dr. Harold Peltan answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Substitute: Substitute popular recipe ingredients with vegan ingredients.

Answered 1/6/2014

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Dr. Harold Peltan answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Partner: Partner with an experienced vegan to gain tips and support.

Answered 6/14/2014

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Dr. Harold Peltan answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Vegans: Vegans don't use leather because it is an animal product.

Answered 12/2/2013

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Dr. Harold Peltan answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Vegans: Vegans don't use soaps made from animal products.

Answered 11/2/2013

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Dr. Harold Peltan answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Variety: Variety is the key to a successful vegan diet.

Answered 6/17/2014

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Dr. Harold Peltan answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Almost: Almost all foods except for alcohol, sugar, and fats provide some protein.

Answered 1/18/2014

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Dr. Harold Peltan answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Lentils,: Lentils, chickpeas, tofu, peas, peanut butter, soy milk, almonds are good sources of protein.

Answered 4/3/2016

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Dr. Harold Peltan answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Spinach,: Spinach, rice, whole wheat bread, potatoes, broccoli, kale are good sources of protein.

Answered 6/18/2014

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Dr. Harold Peltan answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Food: Food sources of vitamin d are vitamin d-fortified soy milk and rice milk.

Answered 7/14/2014

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Dr. Harold Peltan answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Turnip: Turnip greens are a good source of calcium.

Answered 10/1/2013

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Dr. Zahid Niazi answered

Specializes in Cosmetic Surgery

Make: Make a burger patty from vegetables. It is fresh and nourishing.

Answered 6/30/2014

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Dr. Elizabeth Howell answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Take: Take vitamins you will miss with a vegan diet. B12 or Cyanocobalamin sublingual works--no shots!

Answered 6/24/2014

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Dr. Thomas Wright answered

Specializes in Phlebology

Dont: Dont forget about a source for calcium , vitamin b12, and vitamin d. They can be hard to come by on.

Answered 9/18/2014

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Dr. Marsha Davis answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Ignore: Vegans often lack vitamin b12, so get yours checked to avoid the tingles!

Answered 12/1/2013

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Dr. Marsha Davis answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Ignore: Balance your proteins and you will stay healthier.

Answered 12/3/2013

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Dr. Jan Lei Iwata answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Ignore: Loving to eat fresh vegetables and fruits are a good thing in a vegan diet.

Answered 3/31/2014

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Dr. Randy Baker answered

Specializes in Holistic Medicine

Vegan: Vegan Diets: Kind to animals Healthy for most when done right Not all thrive on it.

Answered 1/9/2018

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