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B12 On A Vegan Diet | Dr. Michael Greger of Nutritionfacts.org

Dr. Greger of NutritionFacts.org is seen as an inset photograph on the left. Next to this image Emily Moran Barwick of Bite Size Vegan can be seen in a bikini top with dark sunglasses on. On the right is a cartoon sun with a letter D displayed in its center.

With estimates of around 70% of the population being deficient in vitamin D, we’re apparently not getting the sun exposure and/or dietary intake we need. With the help of Dr. Greger, we learn more about how to ensure adequate vitamin D levels.

Is A Vegan Diet Vitamin D Deficient? | Dr. Michael Greger of Nutritionfacts.org

Dr. Greger of NutritionFacts.org is seen as an inset photograph on the left. On the right, Emily Moran Barwick of Bite Size Vegan is seen carrying out an arm curl with a large iron dumbbell.

Vegans are often depicted as pale, weak and anemic due to the lack of meat in our diet. But is iron deficiency really an issue on a plant-based diet? With the help of Dr. Michael Greger, we learn about the difference between heme and non-heme iron.

Getting Iron In A Vegan Diet

Dr. Greger of NutritionFacts.org is seen as an inset photograph on the left. In the center is a bottle of cod liver pills and some cod liver oil tablets. On the right is an image of Emily Moran Barwick of Bite Size Vegan wearing a doctors coat, complete with stethoscope entering data into a tablet computer.

We’ve all heard how important omega 3 fatty acids are for our health, a concern which is usually answered with fish oil supplements. So, what is a vegan or would-be vegan to do?

How to Get Your Omega-3 On A Vegan Diet | Dr. Michael Greger of Nutritionfacts.org

Dr. Greger of NutritionFacts.org is seen as an inset photograph on the left. In the center is an image of oyster shells. On the right is an image of Emily Moran Barwick of Bite Size Vegan falling asleep sat upright.

Zinc deficiency is a common concern for people interested in going vegan. 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 look into the role of zinc in the body.

Zinc Deficiency & Male Emissions | Dr Michael Greger of Nutritionfacts.org

Dr. Greger of NutritionFacts.org is seen as an inset photograph on the left. In the center is a bottle of carnitine. On the right is an image of Emily Moran Barwick of Bite Size Vegan beloved bulldog, Ooby.

Carnitine, creatine, carnosine and taurine aren’t the first concerns new vegans have. They usually come to light after reading articles cautioning would-be vegans of potential nutritional pitfalls. Should vegans be concerned about these nutrients?

Carnitine, Carnosine & Creatine, OH MY! | Dr Michael Greger of Nutritionfacts.org

Vegan bodybuilder Derek Tresize is shown twice, once on the left, once on the right. In both he is in a body building pose, his muscles, taught and well defined. In the center is a glass of protein shake In cloe-up.

Gaining weight, and in particular muscle mass, as a vegan is often a great concern for those considering a plant-based diet. In this interview, vegan bodybuilder Derek Tresize shares his bodybuilding meal plan to show you how to get serious gains on plants!

The Ultimate Vegan Muscle Gainer Shake | Bodybuilder Derek Tresize

A large number of differing pills can be seen of different colors next to a glass of water.

Is medication vegan? And can a vegan, in good conscience, take medication that’s not? This is a common question amongst new and experienced vegans alike.

Is Medication Vegan?

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