Get the balance right.

Protein is Power

Veggies offer good alternatives to meat protein. Beans, lentils, tofu, tempeh, chickpeas and peas are all great sources. A mix throughout the day will provide essential amino acids. Just make sure you're getting enough calories to maintain your weight.

Adding Iron

Iron is good for the body, so you'll want your share. You'll find it in dried beans, tofu and tempeh, spinach and chard, baked potatoes, cashews and dried fruits.

Calcium-Strong

It's good for your bones and essential for bodies young and old. You'll find it in broccoli, fortified soy milk and orange juice, low-fat dairy products, collard and mustard greens, kale, and tofu prepared with calcium.

Vegetarian or Vegan?

Vegetarians don't eat meat, fish or poultry. Vegans are vegetarians who abstain from eating or using all animal products including all dairy items, eggs, honey, wool, silk or leather.

Check out our list of Lightlife's Kosher, Vegan and Organic products.

Learn More from Other Experts

Vegetarian Times
Vegetarian Resource Group