Each November 1st is celebrated on World Vegan Daya diet increasingly chosen by people, who leave aside foods and products from the animal Kingdom. In any case, despite the growing popularity of this lifestyleand the number of options that the market offers, there are still many myths and confusing information around the veganism. Learn more.
Within the framework of the anniversary, we will demolish the five most popular myths about this lifestyle, according to the healthy and plant-based food producer Green Food Makers. At the same time, we bring you various gastronomic options in CABA to celebrate this date in a different way.
World Vegan Day: where to celebrate in CABA
KOI
KOI will offer a 15% discount on its entire vegan menu from November 1st to 8th. You can choose between dumplings (vegetable or mushroom); among the wide variety of buns (kimchi, tofu, falafel or mushrooms), or among the baos. All ramen can be ordered in a vegan version, there is also harumaki (fried filo dough rolls, filled with steamed vegetables) or a portion of marinated tofu, breaded in panko, peanuts and almonds, with KOI sauce and negui.
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KOI
Pepe comes out
Sale e Pepe offers a 50% discount on its entire vegan menu for an entire week. Until November 5 you will be able to enjoy all the vegan dishes they prepare in the San Telmo room, ordering for delivery or taking away. You can choose, for example, the Mushroom Pizza, the Capresse or the Napo Vegan with almond muzza and accompany it with the fainá or the vegan fainá. Also the Vegan Salad, or the Thai vegan box or Tokyo Vegan box.
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Pepe comes out
What are the most popular myths about Veganism?
Myth 1: Vegan diets do not provide enough nutrients
Concern about a lack of certain nutrients, such as b12 vitaminhe iron and the calcium, is common in vegan diets. However, it is possible to cover the necessary nutrient quota planning a balance diet and, in some cases, complementing with supplements if necessary. It is known that among vegans, the most common thing is to suffer B12 deficiencyso it is essential that those who have a low level of this vitamin take supplements.
In fact, a study of oxfordshows that vegans have higher levels of vitamin B9 in their bodies than people who eat animal products, for example. Additionally, vegans tend to eat more fiberwhich is incredibly important to reduce blood sugar levelsprevent chronic diseasesreduce the risk of Colorectal cancer and even reduce the cholesterol.
Many people who choose to follow this lifestyle also face the challenge of getting enough protein. However, it is entirely possible to obtain high-quality protein through plant sources such as legumes, nuts, seeds and soy-based products.
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Myth 2: Being vegan is synonymous with being healthy
Those who follow a vegan diet are not necessarily eating healthy.since if meals are not planned correctly they tend to consume many ultra-processed foodswhich can be high in sodium and preservatives. Furthermore, many times one falls into a excessive carbohydrate consumptionif you do not explore the different options available that vegan cuisine offers.
Another problem for those who eat vegan, and healthy eating in general, is become obsessed with a food and consume it in large quantities because “it is good”. An example is the quinoa, which is usually eaten in large quantities because of the protein it contains. Actually, does not provide large amounts of protein and it is important to know that it is also a carbohydrate. If consumed, it is recommended to mix it with legumes, tofu, fresh vegetablesto obtain a more complete meal.
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Myth 3: You can’t get enough calcium without dairy
There are many plant foods that have an important presence of calcium: almonds, chickpeas, sesame seeds, tofu, lettuce, arugula, parsley, cabbage, dried figs. Plant-based dairy products have different benefits than those of animal origin, since they are made from natural ingredients and search preserve all its nutrients. Some even contain probiotics that help maintain a active intestinal flora already strengthen the immune system.
The almond vegetable drink It is one of the protagonists when it comes to vegan nutrition, and it is becoming increasingly popular. It is not only nutritionally richbut it also has fewer calories than animal milkand even more protein. Besides, the little amount of fat What does almond milk have? healthy unsaturated fat.
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The important thing in almond-based products is that they are used natural ingredients.
Myth 4: Vegan cooking is boring and difficult
You can learn to cook delicious and easy once you know how to use each traditional cooking replacement: how to replace eggs, dairy products, cheese and other foods of animal origin. It is important to recognize that The plant kingdom offers a great variety of foods to integrate into the weekly menu and that allow you to obtain the necessary nutrients to be healthy.
One piece of advice is that it is not only important to have on hand variety of foodsbut also venture into different cooking techniques, combination of ingredients and flavorsand encourage try new things.
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Myth 5: Being vegan is more expensive
Eating vegan is not synonymous with having to buy processed products that pretend to be meat or “gourmet” cheese substitutes. Following this pattern, being vegan can be expensive. Vegetables and grains are much cheaper than meat and dairy products.
Tips
- Consciously plan your dietanticipate the weekly menu and the different meals that will be prepared.
- Take advantage of seasonal fruits and vegetablesin addition to visiting local markets in search of fresh and healthy proposals.
- Freeze leftovers to use in soups and smoothies.
- Buy bulk foods (especially dry ones, such as rice, almonds, grains).
- Cook from scratch instead of buying processed foods.
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Although a vegan diet can present challengeswith proper planning it is possible to maintain a balanced and satisfying diet. Myths about the lack of nutrients in vegan diets are unfounded, as long as steps are taken to obtain variety of foods and, in some cases, they are considered supplements. Adopting a vegan diet can be a healthy and ethical choice for many people.
Source: Ambito
I am an author and journalist who has worked in the entertainment industry for over a decade. I currently work as a news editor at a major news website, and my focus is on covering the latest trends in entertainment. I also write occasional pieces for other outlets, and have authored two books about the entertainment industry.
