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Low Carb Vegan Diet
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The low-carb vegan diet includes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, soy products, legumes and small amounts of brown rice and pasta. The low-carb vegan diet eliminates the consumption of breads, chips, pretzels, crackers, popcorn, cookies and muffins.
Sample Menu for a Low Carb Vegan Diet
Breakfast
Mix one cup plain or vanilla organic soy milk (or rice milk) with a half cup of organic rolled oats. Add your favorite low-carb goodies such as cinnamon, chopped walnuts, dehydrated berries and dates. Have a piece of fruit with your cereal.
Lunch
Make large dark green leafy salad or use romaine lettuce. Include carrots, tomato, celery, cucumber, and/or yellow pepper. Finish it off with slices of avocado or marinated tofu and a low-carb vinaigrette.
Dinner
Have a cup of cooked organic brown rice with three cups of sauteed vegetables sizzled in one or two teaspoons of olive oil.
Snack and Dessert Options
A piece of your favorite fruit
Small dark chocolate bar
Fruit-flavored soy yogurt
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