How To Become Vegan

Learn How To Become Vegan

A vegan diet contains only plants (such as vegetables, grains, nuts and fruits) and foods made from plants.

Vegans do not eat foods that come from animals, including dairy products and eggs.

For a healthy vegan diet:

eat at least 5 portions of a variety of fruit and vegetables every day

base meals on potatoes, bread, rice, pasta or other starchy carbohydrates (choose wholegrain where possible)

have some dairy alternatives, such as soya drinks and yoghurts (choose lower-fat and lower-sugar options)

eat some beans, pulses and other proteins

choose unsaturated oils and spreads, and eat in small amounts

drink plenty of fluids (the government recommends 6 to 8 cups or glasses a day)

If you choose to include foods and drinks that are high in fat, salt or sugar, have them less often and in small amounts.