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Just Say NO To Milk! (For Kids)
This video is for kids! We’re going to talk about milk. We’ll learn about the cows milk comes from, and why milk isn’t actually good for you. Because kids deserve to know the truth just as much as any adult!
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From MeatHead to Meat-Free Vegan Bodybuilder | Derek Tresize
The last person you’d ever expect to go vegan would be the stereotypical “meathead” of the gym: slamming down whey protein, packing in meat, and putting down vegetarians. Yet vegan bodybuilder Derek Tresize was just that guy.
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How to Get Carnitine, Carnosine & Creatine on a Vegan Diet | Dr. Michael Greger of Nutritionfacts.org
Carnitine, creatine, and carnosine aren’t the first concern for a plant-based diet. They usually come to light after reading articles cautioning would-be vegans of potential nutritional pitfalls. Should vegans be concerned about these nutrients? Dr. Michael Greger has the answers.
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Eating Vegan for Athletic Performance | Meat Free Athlete
Have you ever wondered how a vegan, plant-based diet affects athletic performance? Can athletes maintain demanding training without eating animal products? Anne-Marie Campbell from Meat Free Athlete shares her experience
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How to Get Iodine on a Plant-Based Vegan Diet | Dr. Michael Greger of Nutritionfacts.org
Iodine is vital for proper thyroid function. The top sources of iodine are foods from the sea and iodized salt, followed by milk and eggs. Dr. Michael Greger explains how to ensure adequate iodine levels on a plant-based vegan diet, as well as the dangers of getting too much iodine.
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How to Get Zinc on a Plant-Based Vegan Diet | Dr. Michael Greger of Nutritionfacts.org
Zinc deficiency is a common concern for people interested in a plant-based diet. Just how difficult is it for vegans to get adequate zinc? Should men be more cautious than women? With the help of Dr. Michael Greger, we learn about the role of zinc in the body.
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