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Going Vegan: Start Here

Most people who go plant-based do it gradually. This hub is the on-ramp: first-week meal plans, the swaps that stick, social situations, cost management and the nutrients worth tracking.

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A colorful vegan sheet-pan dinner featuring roasted broccoli, bell peppers, chickpeas, and tofu, showcasing easy plant-based meals.
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How do I start a plant-based diet?
Start by replacing the meals you already repeat: swap the three or four breakfasts and lunches you eat most, then work outward. Gradual substitution outperforms overnight overhauls in adherence studies.
Is going vegan expensive?
Staples — legumes, grains, seasonal vegetables, tofu — are among the cheapest calories and proteins available. Cost rises mainly with processed meat analogues.

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