šŸŽ Today’s Health ~ Plant Based Diet? Get the Nutrients You Need

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Sources of Nutrients

Make sure you’re eating enough of the following nutrients

  • CholineĀ is a vitamin typically found in beef liver, eggs, beef, seafood, chicken breast, shellfish and milk.
    Plant-based sources include:Ā wheat germ, Brussels sprouts, peanuts, soybeans, mushrooms and potatoes.
  • Omega-3 fatty acidsĀ are found inĀ cold-water fatty fishĀ like tuna, mackerel, herring, salmon and sardine.
    Plant-based sources include:Ā flaxseed, soybeans, walnuts, chia seeds and basil seeds.
  • Vitamin B12Ā is typically found in animal products including fish, poultry, eggs, meat and milk products.
    Plant-based sources include:Ā nutritional yeast, fortified breakfast cereal and fortified plant milks.
  • Vitamin DĀ is naturally found in fatty fish, fortified milk, and eggs.
    Plant-based sources include:Ā fortified orange juice, fortified cereals and some mushrooms. The sun is also a great way to get vitamin D.
  • CalciumĀ is typically found in dairy products, sardines and salmon.
    Plant-based sources include:Ā fortified soymilk, fortified OJ, tofu (made with calcium sulfate), kale, Chinese cabbage and broccoli.
  • IronĀ is a mineral found in beef, oysters, sardines, beef liver, and chicken.
    Plant-based sources include:Ā fortified breakfast cereals, white beans, lentils, spinach, firm tofu, kidney beans, chickpeas and tomatoes
  • ZincĀ is naturally found in oysters, beef, shellfish, pork chops and chicken.
  • Plant-based sources include:Ā baked beans, pumpkin seeds, cashews, chickpeas and oatmeal.

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