Do you want to eat less meat but don’t know where to start? With the following tips, you can begin right away.
Eating less meat is good for both the environment and your health. However, meat is deeply ingrained in our eating habits, which can make it difficult to know where to begin.
Don’t stop eating meat overnight
This makes it harder to stick with. Taking small steps makes it easier to develop new habits. Start with one meat-free day per week, or skip meat at breakfast or lunch.
Choose good meat alternatives
Not all meat substitutes are healthy or nutritionally complete. Meat contains a lot of protein, iron, and vitamins B1 and B12, so it’s important to keep getting these nutrients.
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Replace approx. 100 grams of meat with 100 grams of fish or 2 eggs
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If choosing a ready-made substitute, make sure it’s not too salty (less than 1.1 grams per 100 grams)
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Replace 100 grams of meat with 135 grams of cooked legumes, tofu, or tempeh
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Replace 100 grams of meat with a handful of nuts (25 grams)
Use less processed meat on bread
Processed meat has many negative health effects. It’s best to replace meat spreads with healthier options like cottage cheese, hummus, or cheese.