Smart swaps: Vegan

Following a vegan diet means paying closer attention to labels and looking for opportunities to boost important nutrients.

Choosing a vegan diet means no animal products in your food. Animal products may be in unexpected places, for example, milk powder in bread and egg in fresh pasta.

Being vegan and keeping a healthy balance of nutrients involves putting in a bit more thought to what and how you eat. Protein, calcium and iron are three of the nutrients most at risk when you eat a vegan diet. But with these smart swaps, you can enjoy vegan food and get essential nutrients too.

Any product examples given here were correct at time of publication. However, remember to check the ingredients and nutrition information every so often, as these can change over time.