By Reed Mangels, PhD, RD
The Vegetarian Nutrition Dietetic Practice Group, an organization for dietitians with an interest in vegetarian nutrition, recently released a Plant-Based Starter Kit. This free 17-page booklet is available as a pdf. It includes sections on important nutrients for vegetarians, including vegans, as well as a food guide, and suggestions for budget-friendly eating and eating away from home. A 5-day vegan meal plan provides creative ideas for easy, nutritious meals. The starter kit was written by two expert plant-based dietitians, Ginny Messina MPH, RD and Kayli Anderson MS,RDN, ASCM-EP, DipACLM. Even seasoned vegans will learn from this beautifully illustrated and clearly written resource. You could also share it with a friend who is interested in making the change to a vegan diet.