🌱 10 Myths About Plant-Based Eating — Let’s Clear the Air!
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Heard that plant-based eating makes you weak or costs a fortune? Let’s bust 10 common myths with simple, honest truths so you can enjoy healthy, delicious plant-powered meals without fear.
Hey there, friend! 👋
If you’ve ever thought about eating more plants, chances are you’ve also heard a lot of opinions about it. Some say you’ll never get enough protein, others swear you’ll feel tired all the time.
Well… as someone who believes in Food as Medicine, I’ve seen how plants can do wonders for our health. So today, let’s bust 10 common myths about plant-based eating.
1. “Where will you get your protein?”
Truth is, plants are full of protein — think lentils, chickpeas, tofu, tempeh, quinoa, nuts, seeds… even spinach! You don’t need chicken to stay strong.
📖 Read More: Top 10 Plant-Based Protein Sources You Can Find in India
🔗 Trusted source: Harvard School of Public Health – Protein
2. “It’s so expensive!”
Regular dal, rice, seasonal veggies, and fruits are super affordable. In fact, cooking at home often saves money.
📖 Budget tip: Plant-Based Meals on a Budget – Indian Edition
3. “You’ll feel weak without meat.”
Whole plant foods give you steady energy instead of the afternoon slump.
🔗 Trusted source: NutritionFacts.org – Plant-Based Energy
4. “But what about calcium?”
Greens like moringa, spinach, kale, plus sesame seeds, almonds, tofu, and fortified plant milks all pack a calcium punch.
🔗 Trusted source: National Institutes of Health – Calcium
5. “It’s just boring salads.”
Plant-based food can be masala dosas, creamy chana masala, pav bhaji, vegetable biryani, and even chocolate cake.
📖 Try this: Easy & Delicious Plant-Based Indian Recipes
6. “You can’t build muscle without meat.”
Many vegan athletes prove otherwise — the key is enough calories, protein-rich plants, and training.
🔗 Trusted source: The Game Changers Documentary
7. “But plants don’t have Vitamin B12.”
True — which is why plant-based eaters take a B12 supplement or eat fortified foods. Even meat-eaters sometimes have B12 deficiencies.
🔗 Trusted source: Vegan Society – Vitamin B12
8. “You’ll always be hungry.”
Fiber in whole plant foods keeps you full longer.
📖 Read next: High-Fiber Plant Foods for Long-Lasting Energy
9. “You have to go 100% plant-based or nothing.”
Not true — even small steps matter for your health and the planet.
🔗 Trusted source: Oxford University – Plant-Based Diet Impact Study
10. “It’s only for weight loss.”
It’s about overall wellness — better digestion, glowing skin, lower cholesterol, and a happier gut.
📖 Learn more: Gut Health and Mental Wellness Connection
Final word from me 💚
Don’t let myths hold you back. Plant-based eating isn’t about restriction — it’s about abundance, color, and feeling great in your own skin.
💡 Pro Tip: My 7-Day Start to a Plant-Based Diet guide is coming soon — stay tuned!
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