A plant-based diet is the cornerstone of the Ubuntu Wellness Self-care Program, playing a crucial role in managing and reversing diabetes and other lifestyle diseases. This diet focuses on consuming whole, minimally processed foods derived from plants, including fruits, vegetables, grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds. Here’s why a plant-based diet is vital to the success of this program:
🗒️ Where will I get my protein? Do I need animal products for protein?
🗒️ What about calcium :
Cow’s milk is not the best source of calcium as only 30% of the calcium is absorbed. WFPB calcium sources are as follows:
🗒️ What about Iron :
The common misconception is that a WFPB Diet will make you anaemic. This is false as there are great natural plant-based sources of iron: