Vegan Vitality UK Blog
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Find here everything about vegan and vegetarian supplements and vitamins and know more about all of their benefits. Vegan Vitality are one of Europe's leading vegan supplement brands. We specialize in producing innovative supplements for those following a plant based diet, whilst being suitable for everyone. All of our supplements are 100% vegan and GMO free, offering you the best quality..
Vegan Vitality UK Blog
2M ago
Stress often sneaks up on us, revealing itself in ways we might not immediately recognise. Our bodies have clever ways of telling us when things are off balance, but unfortunately, as we lose contact with our bodies, many of these signs go unnoticed.
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Vegan Vitality UK Blog
3M ago
We all crave a delicious dessert, but maintaining a healthy lifestyle can sometimes feel like a balancing act. Often, we find ourselves choosing between indulging in a treat and sticking to our health goals. But what if you didn’t have to choose?
With this delightful apple crumble recipe from Vegan Cinema Scroll, you can enjoy a sweet treat that’s also packed with nutrients. Let’s dive into what makes this vegan dessert both delicious and healthy!
Fibre for a healthier you
This recipe is loaded with fibre-rich ingredients like apricots, apples, dates, oats, and seeds. A fibre-ri ..read more
Vegan Vitality UK Blog
4M ago
We've partnered up with Julie Stewart from JulieStewartNutrition to bring you this recipe. Best thing about it? It's a healthy, guilt-free dessert you could make in 5 minutes, and it's safe to eat for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Ingredients
Silken tofu (309g)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
10 pitted dates
1 avocado
2 Tablespoons Raw Cacao powder
Cacao nibs for garnish
Instructions
Put all ingredients in a blender, blend until smooth and creamy
Top with Cacao nibs
Chill for 20 minutes before serving
Why Cacao?
Cacao is often considered a superfood due to its high ..read more
Vegan Vitality UK Blog
7M ago
Plant-based diets have been found to aid weight loss, support blood sugar balance, support heart and gut health, and even reduce the risk of certain cancers.
But despite the huge number of health benefits, people who choose to follow a strict Vegan diet and even those who enjoy a majority plant-based way of eating, can be at higher risk of certain nutritional deficiencies.
In this article we’ll take a look at some of the most common nutritional deficiencies in a plant-based diet, why they occur and how to avoid them.
Why do nutritional deficiencies occur?
A nutritional defic ..read more
Vegan Vitality UK Blog
7M ago
Despite its mind and body benefits, the vegan diet can be prone to nutritional deficiencies. Being vegan and nutrition nerds ourselves, we were conscious of some of the deficiencies we might be falling into with our own diets—so we began to supplement.
But we quickly realised that the supplements we were choosing just weren’t matching up. Either full of additives, sugar or non-natural ingredients. We knew there must be a better way… and that’s why Vegan Vitality was born. High quality, no-nasties, all natural supplements, specially formulated to support a nutritionally complete plan ..read more
Vegan Vitality UK Blog
2y ago
If you’re experiencing hair loss on a vegan diet you could be low in biotin.
It’s essential you get enough biotin for hair health. If you’re not getting enough biotin your hair could become brittle and weak.
The problem is that some vegan diets tend to be low in biotin.
But what is biotin - and how do you know if you need more of it?
In this article we explain everything you need to know about biotin for hair health.
Why Do You Need Biotin for Hair Health?
Biotin is vitamin B7.
It’s important to help your body break down carbohydrates, proteins and fats for energy and maintaining good hair, s ..read more
Vegan Vitality UK Blog
2y ago
We have put together a list of 5 of our favourite quotes which relate to veganism.
Whilst not all of these quotes are from vegans, they all share a similar message.
So if your looking for that little bit of inspiration or if you simply just enjoy vegan quotes, head to our instagram or facebook where we share even more!
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1. For when you need a reminder of the ‘why’
Joaquin Phoenix has been vegan for almost all of his life, and with this quote he sums up the basic premise of veganism ..read more
Vegan Vitality UK Blog
2y ago
11 Vegan Cupboard Essentials for New Vegans
Having a well-stocked cupboard can save you money and make it easier to make healthy choices when deciding what to eat. For new vegans it can also make it much easier to stick with the new lifestyle, as having a full pantry soothes the temptation to go back to familiar meals which might not be vegan friendly.
We’ve compiled a list of 11 vegan essentials to add to your shopping list and keep on hand at all times in your vegan food pantry. Note that wholegrains, fruit and vegetables should also play a major role in any diet, but we have mostly e ..read more
Vegan Vitality UK Blog
2y ago
Vegan Picnic Ideas
Photo by J. Remus on Unsplash
Now that lockdown has eased, a great way to meet with loved ones is to plan a vegan picnic! Whether or not your friends and family are vegan, they’ll have a great time. This article will help you prepare for this special occasion.
Planning Ahead
Planning your picnic just a little ahead of time can save you a lot of stress. Start by checking local restrictions for group sizes and any social distancing you’ll need to follow, then look at the weather forecast to get an idea of which day is your best bet (April showers may be over, but British summ ..read more
Vegan Vitality UK Blog
2y ago
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What is collagen?
Let’s start with the very basics, collagen makes up the majority of the protein in the human body. There are three types which make up and support various parts of our bodies; type I in skin, bones and teeth; type II in cartilage; and type III in skin, muscles and blood vessels. Our bodies make collagen themselves using amino acids, vitamin c, zinc and copper, but their ability to do so slows as we age. With less collagen, natural signs of ageing such as wrinkles and some joint pain may start. Healthy ageing is something to be celebrated, but ..read more