As the new year begins and Veganuary’s in full swing, it’s the perfect time to consider a more plant-based lifestyle.
The good news is that you don’t need to completely change your diet to begin your journey. From easy product swaps to delicious new recipes, we have a few tips to get you started…
Staying healthy
A plant-based diet focuses on including more fruit, veg, pulses, nuts and wholegrains in your diet. You can introduce more pulses by bulking out your meals with chickpeas or beans, and increase your fruit and veg intake throughout the day with the tips on our 5 a day page.
If you are following a vegan diet, it’s important to maintain a balanced intake of all your key food groups. The Government’s Eat Well guide shows you what your breakdown should be, and offers great advice on how to still give your body everything it needs through plants, such beans, pulses and nuts for protein.
Plant-based meals and recipes
Shifting towards a vegan lifestyle has never been simpler with our wide selection of delicious plant-based meals and snacks, and some delicious (and easy) vegan recipes. These are a few of our faves…
For the busy bee, why not try our Co-op GRO Onion Bhaji & Mango Chutney Sandwich? Low in saturated fat and packed with flavour, this is the perfect on-the-go lunch.
Looking for easy and healthier choices? Our Co-op GRO Coconut Cauliflower Curry ready meal is a win-win and will contribute towards 2 of your 5 a day.
If you like the sound of these, check our complete GRO range.
For the days when you have more time or feel more creative, why not try the quick, easy, and flavourful Sticky Mushroom & Tofu Rice Bowl, or indulge in the warmth of winter with a Vegan Sausage Casserole accompanied by Parsnip Mash – ideal for those cosy January nights.
If these have whet your appetite, check out the rest of our vegan recipes.
Let’s do this
We hope that’s given you the inspiration you need to kickstart your plant-powered lifestyle. You can read more about the benefits of a healthier lifestyle or find out more information and inspiration here. Enjoy.
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