Vegans

[Charlotte]

Should vegans take supplements? If so which? 

 

 

(Apologies for my bombardment of Q's lately #sorrynotsorry) 

[Paulus Amadeus]

depends on what you eat ofcourse. I think it is very much possible to be vegan and not supplement. But I would say just listen to your body. I have been going largely vegan lately and I have not been supplementing nor have I been planning the amount of protein I take in etc. Just been listening to my body and it's been going great. Feeling lighter and more energetic than ever. Did loose some weight but I've also cut out a lot of carbs so that makes sense I guess

[Charlotte]

@Paulus Amadeus If it's working for you then fair enough! I'm just a little weary about what's going on inside and me completely unaware of it until years later. 

@Michael569 Yeah I think I'll definitely get some VIT D as I live in an area which doesn't get a lot of sunshine ?. I'll also get some B12 as you mentioned. I've just started with the chai seeds again so the omega intake will be okay for now but I'll definitely look into the link you've posted thank you. Pretty sure I have some turmeric powder in the cupboard also. 

 

Thanks so much @Michael569 you little genius you...

[Charlotte]

@Michael569 Thankful ?

Out of interest Michael where did you gain all of your knowledge?  I learn so much from you and plutes ?

 

[pluto]

Hemp seeds convert much better than flax/chia. 30grams a day of hemp seeds = optimal daily requirements. (Ahiflower) is the best vegan supplement currently for omegas for supplementation if you're on the Go due to SDA which is 10x higher than Hemp and no SDA/GLA in flax or chia. Ahiflower oil is estimated to be 400% more conversion than flax seed oil.

Another reason why hemp is superior is highest source of magnesium which greatly helps absorption and multiple times vitamin/mineral nutrient density than flax/chia. I use hemp seed daily and ahiflower when traveling.

(B-12) circulates indefinitely IMO with healthy gut flora/bacteria and especially if you consume organic produce often and aren't afraid of a little dirt you shouldn't have issues or if you consume sea vegetables/algae often. Some fermented vegetables, mushrooms, potatoes also have abundant B-12.

Shilajit and Moringa and Aloe Vera also known to contain B-12.

Multiple studies show meat eaters and those who eat more processed foods are actually more deficient in B-12. It all depends on your gut/bacteria and how efficiently the body circulates. Some need to supplement, some don't.

Probiotics are life savers these days, yogurt, fermented veggies/soy ect..

Listen to your body, research the signs.

 

Edited April 27, 2018 by pluto

[Nathan]

What symptoms/warning signs are associated with these kinda vitamin deficiencies? I don't pay any regard to proper nutrition and have been vegan for a while 

[Charlotte]

@pluto @Shiva @Outer  apologies for my late reply I didn't get a notification. 

All information noted and appreciated. 

Cheers ears ♥️

[pluto]

What i find funny is that we never had to supplement when we ate meat and animal products or less health conscious approach/processed foods but when we decided to consume more whole foods, higher plant-based with significantly higher absorption/compatibility or more efficient delivery of nutrients we are told we need to supplement.

Cheeky Cheeky

Edited May 3, 2018 by pluto

[pluto]

Well said Michael

[Soulbass]

@Michael569 Why cyanocobalamin and not methylcobalamin ? What's the main difference ? Is Solgar the best option ? Do you know brewer's yeast ?

Edited May 4, 2018 by Soulbass

[Garuda]

vit b12  (methyl)

cheap a-z multivit and minerals

Vit D (if necessary)

All of that above should cost <30 cents a day

Sort out your diet and then Take a blood test to see if you are low in anything and supplement that.

and If you want Omega 3 EPA and DHA you can get it form Plant based algae but it is a bit pricey,

 

[Charlotte]

@Garuda ?♥️

[Girzo]

I supplement my mostly-vegan diet with meat. No joke. 

I get about 10-20% of my calories from meat. Just like monkeys do.

It's convinient.