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  • How to Make Legumes Appealing to Kids 
    Beginner Vegan | Healthy Kids | Podcast

    How to Make Legumes Appealing to Kids 

    ByGen 13th May 202422nd May 2024

    If you’re looking for a way to make legumes appealing to kids, you’ve come to the right place. Legumes, including beans, lentils, chickpeas, and even tofu, are powerhouses of essential nutrients like protein, iron, and fiber—vital for your growing kids, especially if they follow a vegan diet. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to make these nutrient-rich foods a regular, enjoyable part of your child’s meals.

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  • Should You Give Your Kids (or Yourself) a Multivitamin?
    Healthy Kids | Podcast

    Should You Give Your Kids (or Yourself) a Multivitamin?

    ByGen 6th May 202422nd May 2024

    As parents, we always want the best for our children, especially when it comes to their health and nutrition. One question that often arises is whether we should be giving our kids a multivitamin to ensure they’re getting all the essential nutrients they need. Some adults even consider taking multivitamins themselves as a precautionary measure. But before you start stocking up on supplements, let’s take a closer look at why relying on multivitamins may not be the best approach and what you should be doing instead.

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  • How to Prepare Essential Nutrient-Rich Vegan Meals for Busy Parents
    Basic Recipes | Healthy Eating

    How to Prepare Essential Nutrient-Rich Vegan Meals for Busy Parents

    ByGen 29th April 202430th April 2024

    Life can be incredibly hectic, especially when you’re juggling work, homeschooling, and handling personal challenges all at once. It can be tough to ensure your kids are eating well in the midst of everything else going on. Despite this, I’ve found ways to make sure my kids get the nutrition they need without spending hours in the kitchen. Here’s how I manage it.

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  • Vegan Foods with More Iron than a Steak
    Beginner Vegan | Healthy Eating | Podcast

    Busting the Myth: Plant-Based Iron Sources with More Iron Than Steak

    ByGen 22nd April 202422nd April 2024

    As a Vegan Nutritionist, I’ve often heard the misconception that red meat is the best source of iron. Many people, including my own parents, believed that consuming steak was essential for maintaining healthy iron levels. However, this couldn’t be further from the truth. In fact, there are numerous plant-based iron sources that contain more iron…

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  • What to Do If Your Vegan Child Has Been Diagnosed with Low Iron
    Healthy Kids | Podcast

    What to Do If Your Vegan Child Has Been Diagnosed with Low Iron

    ByGen 15th April 202422nd April 2024

    I often hear from parents who are concerned about their child’s iron levels, especially if they follow a vegan diet. It’s a topic that hits close to home for me, as I’ve personally struggled with it in the past. Today, I want to discuss what you should do if your child has been diagnosed with…

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  • Zinc for Vegan Kids: Simple Ways to Boost Their Intake
    Healthy Eating | Healthy Kids | Podcast

    Zinc for Vegan Kids: Simple Ways to Boost Their Intake

    ByGen 8th April 202422nd April 2024

    As a vegan nutritionist and mom, I know firsthand how challenging it can be to ensure your vegan kids are getting all the nutrients they need to thrive. While there’s a lot of focus on protein and iron, I believe the most crucial nutrient we need to pay attention to is actually zinc. I’ll explain why zinc is so important and share my top tips for incorporating zinc-rich foods into your family’s diet.

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  • Ensuring Your Kids Get Enough Vegan Calcium on a Plant-Based Diet
    Healthy Eating | Healthy Kids | Podcast

    Ensuring Your Kids Get Enough Vegan Calcium on a Plant-Based Diet

    ByGen 1st April 202427th March 2024

    As a parent, it’s essential to make sure your children are getting all the nutrients they need to grow and thrive. One nutrient that often comes up in conversations about vegan diets is calcium. Many people believe that dairy is the only reliable source of calcium, but that’s simply not true. While calcium is indeed crucial for strong, healthy bones and proper heart and muscle function, it can be obtained from a variety of plant-based sources.

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  • Creative Iron-Rich Vegan Meal Solutions for Parents of Fussy Kids
    Healthy Eating | Healthy Kids | Podcast

    Creative Iron-Rich Vegan Meal Solutions for Parents of Fussy Kids

    ByGen 25th March 202415th April 2024

    Ensuring little ones get enough iron, especially when they’re on a plant-based diet and particularly picky about their food choices can be tough. 

    I know firsthand the challenge of combining vegan nutrition with the taste preferences of fussy eaters. It can sometimes feel like an impossible task, but I’m here to share some creative solutions that have worked wonders for my family.

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  • Is your vegan child getting adequate iron on a vegan diet?
    Beginner Vegan | Healthy Kids | Podcast

    Is your vegan child getting adequate iron on a vegan diet?

    ByGen 18th March 202425th March 2024

    Ensuring your vegan kids get the right amount of iron in their diet might sound tough, especially with all the myths floating around about needing meat to stay healthy. But the truth is, a plant-based diet can provide everything they need, iron included. With a little know-how and some clever food choices, you can make sure your kids aren’t just eating healthily but thriving too.

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  • How to Make Sure Your Fussy Vegan Kids Get Enough Plant-Based Protein
    Beginner Vegan | Healthy Kids | Podcast

    How to Make Sure Your Fussy Vegan Kids Get Enough Plant-Based Protein

    ByGen 13th March 202418th March 2024

    Raising vegan children comes with its unique set of challenges, especially when you have fussy eaters or kids with a limited diet. The concern about whether these children are getting enough protein is a common one among vegan parents. I’ll share some actionable advice on ensuring your kids get the protein they need.

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