Switching to a plant-based diet is such a wonderful way to live a healthy, balanced lifestyle. It is good for your health, cost effective, and even helps save the environment.

However, some people rush into this diet change too fast, and don’t realize some of the mistakes they are making.

Here are some of the more common mistakes of starting a plant-based diet that you want to avoid:

The All or Nothing Mentality

The first mistake people often make with a plant-based diet is thinking they have to go all-in, or not at all. This couldn’t be further from the truth! Continue reading →

If you are looking for a little more guidance in what to do or not do on your new plant-based diets, here are a few do’s and don’ts to keep in mind.

Do: Start By Adding More Whole Foods to Your Diet

One thing that is great to do when you are starting a plant-based diet is to begin adding more whole foods to your diet. This is a really easy first step that doesn’t change your current diet too much, but helps you understand what your new plant-based diet is going to be like.

Start slow by making sure you have fruits and vegetables with every meal, or nuts, seeds, beans, or grains if you prefer. Continue reading →