Wardrobe
Fashion & materials
Check clothing, shoes and bags for animal-derived materials such as leather, wool, silk or down.
Vegan tips & tricks · Your everyday guide
Vegan tips.For your everyday life.
Shop with a plan, try new meals and find places to enjoy. Small ideas for your kitchen, wardrobe and everything in between.
Vegan Lifestyle · Your guideFind out what works for you.
01 · In your kitchen
Familiar meals.
New possibilities.
Start with meals you already enjoy. Change one ingredient at a time and build a collection of plant-based combinations that you like cooking.
Explore protein foods
Try lentils, beans, chickpeas or tofu in a familiar recipe.
Vary nuts, seeds and oils
Experiment with walnuts, ground flaxseed or a different dressing.
Make room for variety
Combine vegetables, whole grains and legumes, then try something new when you feel ready.
Nutrient planning matters too. Include a reliable vitamin B12 source through suitable fortified foods or supplements. NHS: planning a vegan diet.
02 · Thoughtful shopping
A good shop.
A little preparation.
Bring a short list and a few meal ideas. Check what is already in your kitchen before deciding what to buy.
Look closely
Read the ingredients and check whether a label says vegan or vegetarian. Ask the manufacturer when the source of an ingredient is unclear.
Keep versatile basics
Choose a few staples you enjoy, such as oats, rice, pasta, beans, nuts and frozen vegetables.
Compare alternatives
Compare plant drinks, spreads and meat alternatives by ingredients, taste and how you plan to use them.
Plan around your week
Choose a few meals and list what is missing. Leave room for a quick option on busy days.
03 · More than food
Vegan living.
In the little things.
Clothing, personal care and your home are part of everyday life too. Materials, labels and manufacturer information can help you choose.
Personal care
Cosmetics & toiletries
Check vegan claims and ingredient information. Ask about ingredients such as keratin, collagen or beeswax when their origin is unclear.
At home
Household choices
Look at bedding, furniture and cleaning products. Check materials and manufacturer statements rather than assuming every product is vegan.
Free time
Experiences you enjoy
Choose activities that fit your values. Time in nature, cultural visits and shared experiences are possible starting points.
04 · Enjoying food away from home
New favorite places.
Better prepared.
Look at the current menu before you go. Tell the team that you eat vegan and ask about sauces, broths, bread and possible changes when the ingredients are unclear.
Use our guides to explore restaurants, breakfast places and vegan or vegan-friendly stays. Check the individual guide and the business’s current information before making plans.
From the magazine
Small ideas.
Fresh perspectives.
From nutrient knowledge to your next breakfast: choose a subject for your everyday life.
Nutrient knowledge
Understanding iron bisglycinate
Explore the existing article about this iron form and bioavailability.
Read the article
Travel
Vegan-friendly stays in Europe
Find a starting point for your next trip and accommodation search.
Read the article
Breakfast
A plant-based morning in Berlin
Explore breakfast ideas for your next visit.
Read the article
The basics
Understanding supplements
Read more about nutrient planning in a vegan diet.
Read the article
Restaurants
Vegan dining in Cologne
Find restaurant ideas for your next city visit.
Read the article
Inspiration
25 vegan quotes
Thoughts and perspectives on vegan living.
Read the articleKeep in touch
More to read.
More to discover.
Continue with our articles and guides, or find Vegan Lifestyle on the existing Instagram and YouTube channels.
Your next step
Your everyday life.
A little more inspired.
General information, not an individual nutrition plan. For personal nutritional needs, seek qualified advice. Photographs and illustrations are drawn from the existing media library and are not evidence of a specific business’s services.