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Array of plant-based iron-rich foods paired with vitamin C sources, featuring spinach with orange slices, lentils with bell peppers, and tomatoes on a kitchen countertop.
Plant-Based Nutrition

Simple Food Pairings That Double Your Iron Absorption (A Plant-Based Solution)

Transform your relationship with iron-rich foods by mastering the art of optimal absorption. Pair your leafy greens and legumes with vitamin C-rich foods like bell peppers or citrus fruits to boost iron absorption by up to 300%. While morning coffee and tea bring comfort, enjoy them between meals rather than with iron-rich foods, as their tannins can decrease iron absorption significantly. Your body craves iron in its most bioavailable form, which comes from thoughtfully combining plant-based iron sources with absorption enhancers.
Think of iron absorption as a delicate dance between nutrients – some partners enhance the …

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Plant-Based Nutrition

Power Up Your Meals: The Essential Legume Protein Chart You Need

Transform your protein intake with legumes – nature’s nutritional powerhouses that pack more protein per serving than most plant-based foods. Whether you’re exploring plant-based diet options or simply wanting to boost your protein consumption affordably, legumes offer an impressive nutritional profile that rivals animal protein sources.
From mighty soybeans boasting 28.6g of protein per cup to versatile lentils delivering 17.9g per serving, legumes provide an ideal solution for conscious …

A grocery store aisle displaying a selection of plant-based milk cartons, including almond, soy, oat, and cashew milk, with text elements indicating nutritional highlights.
Plant-Based Nutrition

Plant-Based Milk: What Your Body Really Gets (The Truth About Nutrition)

Standing in the grocery store’s milk aisle used to mean one simple choice – dairy or nothing. Today, that same aisle showcases an impressive array of plant-based alternatives, from almond and oat to soy and cashew milk. While making the switch to plant-based options can feel overwhelming, these milk alternatives offer exciting nutritional possibilities for both your health and the environment.
As a registered dietitian and someone who’s navigated this transition myself, I’ve witnessed firsthand how …