Thursday, 17 April 2014

Sprouted From the Goodness of the Earth - Supplements

Vitamin B12
Vitamin B12 is found in animal products and fortified soy products. Vegans may
need to take a supplement.

Zinc
Zinc plays a role in growth, wound healing and protection from disease.
Plant-based zinc sources
Oat bran and wheat germ
Soy and soy products
Nuts and seeds such as peanuts, sesame seeds, cashews, brazil nuts, flax seed and
nut and seed butters
Whole grains and fortified cereals.


Calcium
Calcium is critical for building and maintaining strong teeth and bones.
Plant-based calcium sources
Fortified milk alternatives such as rice milk, almond milk and soy milk.
Tofu
Fortified beverages such as orange juice
Lower amounts found in dark green vegetables such as kale, spinach, bok choy,
broccoli, turnip and collard greens


Vitamin D
Vitamin D aids in the absorption of calcium.
Plant-based vitamin D sources
Fortified soy, almond and rice milk (check label)
Margarine
Sun exposure

*Many non-vegetarians are not getting enough vitamin D and should consider
taking a supplement.


Omega-3
Omega-3: plays a role in heart health, as well as, brain and eye development.
Plant- based of omega-3 sources
Ground flax seed and flax seed oil
Canola oil
Walnuts
Tofu and soybeans


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