Plant-based diets are seemingly here to stay

Attracting an increasing number of converts in recent years, this diet is said to be healthier and more sustainable than omnivorous diets.

Another growing trend is prejudice against plant-based diets, however, with some who claim that such diets are low in protein and not fully nourishing.

There are also those who question their suitability for young children.

To find out more about this issue, we spoke with the family behind @oneofus_kitchen that follows a plant-based diet.

By Ana Roque

Photography courtesy of Inês Cerdeira Abreu

“food is not only fuel… it is medicine; it heals the body and soul”

Inês Cerdeira Abreu and her husband Francisco are parents of two: Martim and Pilar. The two little one’s love to spend time in nature, preferably with a bunch of good friends, music and food!

Martim and Pilar are super independent and have lots of personality. “I am not saying this because they are mine, but they truly are special kids.

“We try our best to teach them the importance of kindness, friendship, loyalty and honesty and to respect animals and nature, because we are part of it.”

Inês lived in London for 12 years, studying and working in fashion and textiles.

These days she works with food. “I think I am increasingly gravitating towards food… Working, breathing, and learning by the day. I have also created a food styling and photography project with a friend, so I guess anything foodie is really where I am heading!”

Inês started on the path of studying food and nutrition around five years ago when the kids were born. “I consolidated my knowledge with a Plant-Based Chef course and so far, from workshops to classes, to mini caterings and cooking for retreats, I have done a bit of everything.”

“The sooner we teach our children the importance and value of food, the sooner they become adults with a profound consciousness and respect for their bodies and for mother earth.”

 

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Discover two healthy and mouthwatering recipes curated by the talented Inês:

TROPICAL SALAD

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ingredients:

• 1 cubed tomato;
• 1/2 cubed mango;
• 1 cubed avocado;
• 1/2 lemon (juice only);
• Chopped peppermint;
• Chopped cilantro;
• Salt;
• Pepper.

Method:

Mix all ingredients in a bowl and leave in the fridge to marinate for around 30 minutes. Then simply enjoy and be happy!

ENERGY BALLS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ingredients:

• 260 gr of Medjool dates;
• 4 tablespoons of peanut butter;
• 4 tablespoons of liquid coconut oil;
• 2 tablespoons of raw cocoa powder;
• 6 tablespoons of chia seeds;
• 160 gr of chopped almonds;
• Shredded coconut to roll the balls.

Method:

Blend the dates, peanut butter, and coconut oil until smooth.

Then mix in the cocoa, almonds and chia seeds and blend again.

Hand roll the mixture into little balls in the shredded coconut and keep them in the fridge for an hour before eating.

Enjoy and spread the love!

Get to know this amazing family and discover more delicious natural recipes here

 

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