George Kunz was chatting recently about his Pro Football Hall of Fame chances when it was brought up that Raiders quarterback Derek Carr was looking forward to returning to Oakland-Alameda County Stadium, now that the skin part of the baseball infield is covered by a sod toupee.

No more skinned elbows and suffocating clouds of dust.

We never put the grass in, even after baseball season, the longtime Las Vegan (38 years) said about playing offensive tackle for the old Colts on chilly windswept Sunday afternoons at Baltimores Memorial Stadium.

That should be worth at least a couple of votes from the committee.

Eight Pro Bowl berths in 10 NFL seasons he was injured during the other two should be worth many more.

But so far, they havent been enough to get the big and humble man into Cantons holy grail.

It has been written that Kunz stood shoulder pad to shoulder pad with the other great offensive tackles of the 1970s Bob Brown, Dan Dierdorf, Art Shell, Rayfield Wright, Ron Yary.

All five have been fitted for the yellow sports jacket.

George Kunz still is wearing sweater vests and golf shirts.

He was a great player with the wrong teams at the wrong time, said fellow Las Vegan Tom Mack, an 11-time Pro Bowl guard for the Los Angeles Rams who received the Canton call in 1999.

The Falcons did not go to the playoffs during Kunzs six seasons in Atlanta. The Colts were better, advancing to the postseason three times when he was their right tackle, losing twice to the Steelers and once to the Raiders, in double overtime.

If Ken Stabler overthrows Dave Casper and the Colts go on to win the Super Bowl, perhaps Kunz would have a massive jewel-encrusted ring and a size 50 XL (more like 56 XL when he played) yellow sports jacket by now.

But theres still hope.

Superclass of 2020

In 2020, the Hall of Fame will expand by 20 members instead of the usual eight to celebrate the NFLs 100th anniversary. Ten spots in this superclass will be reserved for players who have been retired for at least 25 years. Kunz is on the list, although O-linemen such as Joe Jacoby and Jimbo Covert are receiving more notice.

Laura Herlovich, former public relations director for the NBAs Utah Jazz, and local businessman Tom Humm, brother of former NFL quarterback David Humm of Las Vegas, have organized a campaign on Kunzs behalf. Rick Gosselin, a member of the Halls senior committee, is another advocate hes the one who compared Big Georges credentials to those voted in with lesser accolades.

Tom Mack is beating the drum, too.

Its a very difficult road to hoe, Mack said after serving as honorary Michigan captain at Saturdays game against Notre Dame, for which Kunz starred before becoming the second player selected in the 1969 draft behind O.J. Simpson. Youve got to have championships along the way. It took the Falcons most of 30 years before they even got anybody in the Hall of Fame.

The closest statistic you can apply (to an offensive lineman) and it really applies to guys on teams that arent any good is how often they got to play in the Pro Bowl. And George played in a bunch of em. I think the world of him. He played well against Deacon (Jones); he played well against everybody we had.

Tall Man speaks

The meeting over coffee wasnt the first time I had spoken with Kunz about the Canton snub. In 2013, he said he didnt lose sleep over it because he had other things to occupy his time. He owned eight local McDonalds franchises and became an attorney (personal injury, family law, estate planning) after selling them.

He still doesnt lose sleep over it. But if you twist his arm not advised, because at 72 he looks like he still could open a gaping hole for Joe Washington or Roosevelt Leaks to run through hell admit that swapping his sweater vest for a yellow jacket would be an honor.

The ultimate honor.

Theres a great movie called The Tall Men and Robert Ryans quote about Clark Gable was real simple: Hes what every boy thinks hes going to be when he grows up, and wishes hed been when hes an old man, George Kunz said about what the Hall of Fame means to him now.

Thats about as good as you could put it.

Contact Ron Kantowski at rkantowski@reviewjournal.com or 702-383-0352. Follow @ronkantowski on Twitter.

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Karlo Estates, in Ontario's Prince Edward County, is the first winery to be certified by VegeCert as vegan-friendly.

When you consider any of the presumed classic food and wine pairings oysters and Chablis, Stilton cheese and Port or steak and cabernet sauvignon theyre only perfect matches if you like both sides of the equation.

If you enjoy a strict plant-based or vegan diet, all are non-starters possibly on both the food and wine sides. While it might come as a shock given its a product of grapes, wine isnt necessarily vegan-friendly.

So many people dont understand that not all wines are suitable for vegans, says Jennifer Huether, a master sommelier based in Toronto who has been taking an active interest in vegan wine pairings over the past few years.

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Huether explains for many being vegan isnt a diet, its a lifestyle. Its not merely an issue about what they ingest, but a sincere belief that humans shouldnt exploit or harm animals in any fashion. Beyond the animal products that might be used in the clarification of wine, theres also the adhesives used in the labelling process to consider or whether animals, like horses or sheep, are employed in the vineyard work.

The principle of winemaking, having yeast convert the sugar in grape juice to alcohol, isnt a concern for vegans. The issue comes up when winemakers look to clarify or fine their finished wine to give them that clear, bright, jewel-like clarity.

Binding agents or clarifiers are used to attract suspended solids (proteins, tannins and other molecules) left over after fermentation that make the wine hazy and possibly taste bitter. The most common fining agents are derived from casein (milk protein), albumin (egg whites) or animal proteins (gelatin or isinglass, the latter being a fish by-product).

Because three of the most traditional fining agents are common allergens, you may have noticed the warning may contain milk, eggs or fish on the back label of some international wines, notably ones from Australia or New Zealand. Canadian winemakers arent required to specify which processing aids were used.

As part of her work with Toronto-based promoter and writer Priya Rao on an ongoing series of events that celebrate the art of pairing vegan wines and foods, Heuther has been actively combing what little material is available.

Just because you eat a plant-based diet, doesnt mean you dont like wine, she says. I found it fascinating that no one is really addressing this subject.

Huether says shes been looking to identify food and wine pairings that create the elevated experience that someone would experience with, say, a great bottle of Bordeaux and a lamb dish.

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Were still discovering as we go, she says. With vegan dishes you have different sugar levels, spices and umami levels, its a fun challenge.

Most of successes thus far have been recipe based, but Heuther is happy to share some guiding principles for anyone looking to get the most of a vegan wine and food pairing. She and Rao are hoping to have a vegan food and wine pairing e-book compiled for the coming holiday season. More information is available at thesocialherbivore.co.

The wines recommended this week are all vegan-friendly as professed by the producers. Outside of Karlo Estate in Ontarios Prince Edward County, no governing body has confirmed these claims. Many wine producers dont use animal-derived products, but fail to mention it. If you have any concerns about how your favourite winery makes its wine, its best to get in touch and see what they have to say.

Cave Spring Cellars Riesling 2017 (Canada)

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Made in Cave Springs crowd-pleasing house style, this refreshing riesling is marked by mouthwatering sweet and sour citrus flavours. Zesty with a balancing sweetness, it makes a terrific aperitif or food-friendly (and vegan-friendly) dining companion. Available in Ontario at the above price, $17.99 in Manitoba, direct shipping to Alberta or British Columbia through cavespring.ca.

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Domaine Bousquet Malbec 2018 (Argentina)

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Heres an organic and vegan-friendly malbec from Tupungato in the premium growing region of the Uco Valley. This easy to appreciate dry red offers a mix of berry and spice notes, with a fresh and lively character. Its a solid value thats ready to enjoy during the next year or two. Available in Ontario at the above price, $16.04 in Manitoba.

Fort Berens Estate Winery Chardonnay 2018 (Canada)

SCORE: 88 PRICE: $19.99

Fort Berens co-founder Rolf de Bruin explains the winery in Lillooet doesnt use animal products in the vineyard or winery operations. Produced mostly from estate-grown fruit thats blended with purchased chardonnay, this ripe and refreshing white is nicely balanced. Drink now. Available direct from the winery through fortberens.ca

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Karlo Estates Malbec Estate 2017 (Canada)

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Karlo Estates was the first winery to certified by VegeCert, a Canadian body that conducts audits to confirm that production methods and supplies are vegan-friendly. The Prince Edward County winery produces a compelling range of estate-grown wines, including this distinctive malbec that reveals a sweet core of dark fruit that gains interest from herbal, earthy and spice notes. Available direct from the winery through karloestates.com

Yalumba The Strapper 2016 (Australia)

SCORE: 91 PRICE: $19.95

This juicy and generous Barossa red is a winning blend of grenache, shiraz and mataro (a.k.a. mourvedre). The result is a fresh and flavourful character that displays a pleasant array of mint, herbal and ripe red fruit notes. Vegan friendly. Available in Ontario at the above price, $22.11 in Manitoba, various prices in Alberta. The similarly enjoyable 2015 vintage is $24.99 in British Columbia.

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Yalumba Y Series Viognier 2018 (Australia)

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Yalumba has always had a special affinity for the viognier grape, but in recent years has outdone itself. This is an exciting version of the entry level Y Series label, with succulent fruit and that exotic lemongrass and floral charge you hope to find in top-quality expressions. Vegan-friendly. Available in Ontario at the above price, $17.49 in British Columbia, $18.99 in Saskatchewan, $14.95 in Quebec and various prices in Alberta.

Wente Morning Fog Chardonnay 2017 (United States)

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Appealing fruity and fragrant, Wente Morning Fog chardonnay is made in a crowd-pleasing style. The oak spice flavours are nicely integrated into the mix of floral, cream and citrusy notes. Vegan friendly. Available in Ontario at the above price, $19.49 in Manitoba, various prices in Alberta and British Columbia.

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Hilary Rose

I was hoping that veganism was a minority fad that would go away and leave me in peace with my steak frites. Alas, not. The number of vegans in the UK quadrupled between 2014 and 2018. The Vegan Society has cited research saying that vegan meals are the UKs fastest-growing takeaway choice, but then it would do that. Now Waitrose is offering store tours to help shoppers to go vegan and claiming that 13 per cent of the population is either vegetarian or vegan, although the implied equivalence annoys me. Isnt there almost as big a gulf between vegetarians and vegans as there is between vegans and carnivores?

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The Real Marketing Edible Artificials Truthfully Act of 2019 (conveniently known as The Real MEAT Act) was recently introduced to the United States House of Representatives by Roger Marshall (R-KS) and Anthony Bindisi (D-NY). The proposed federal legislation aims to limit the use of words such as meat and beef to products derived from dead animal flesh by requiring that plant-based and cell-based products are labeled with the word imitation. The bill comes after similar pieces of legislation were introduced in several states and claims that requiring such labeling would eliminate consumer confusion around food products. A growing number of fake meat products are clearly trying to mislead consumers about what theyre trying to get them to buy, Jennifer Houston, President of the National Cattlemens Beef Association, said. Consumers need to be protected from deceptive marketing practices, and cattle producers need to be able to compete on a fair, level playing field.

Jessica Almy, Director of Policy at advocacy group Good Food Institute (GFI), believes the proposed legislation is a thinly veiled attempt by the meat industry to protect its profits from growing competition. This bill is a bald-faced attempt to get the government to police food labels to benefit the conventional meat industry, not consumers, Almy said. Demand for plant-based meats is skyrocketing in all regions of the countryincluding Kansas and New York.

Sales of plant-based food grew five times faster than total food sales in the United States over the course of the 52-week period ending in April, according to a report compiled by analytics firm SPINS. The same report showed that consumers purchased $4.5 billion worth of plant-based products, with plant-based meat sales up by 10 percent in the past year. For comparison, sales of animal meat grew by only two percent during the same period.

Rather than let consumers decide the winners and losers in a free marketplace, this bill attempts to stigmatize plant-based foods by requiring that they be labeled imitation to tilt the playing field to benefit conventional meat, Almy said. We are confident that Congress will see this bill for what it isunnecessary government overreachand we do not expect it will get much traction.

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Is there anything better than finally getting to wear all of our jackets once summer is officially done? Outerwear has the power to completely transform the look of any ensemble, and the options that we rock during the fall season are some of our absolute favorites.

One of the most popular staples? Leather jackets, of course. Equally as incredible are all of the vegan leather pieces that have gained major traction over the last few years. For those eager to go faux, we found the most adorable vegan leather jacket that you can score for under $50 right now!

Get the Vegan Leather Double Peplum Jacket (originally $128) on sale for just $80 from Express, and score an extra 40% off site wide for a limited time!

Youre definitely going to want to pick up this jacket from Express while you still can. This customer favorite is flying off the shelves and sizes are sure to run out especially during this amazing flash sale! Take an extra 40% off your entire purchase from Express now through November 3, 2019. Since this jacket is already on sale, it comes out to just $48 with the additional markdown! If thats not the most amazing steal that weve seen lately, then we dont know what is!

This jacket is cut in an elegant moto style that has a double peplum detail in the back, which adds a nice feminine touch to the look. The collar goes all the way up to the neck with a snap closure, and the hem hits right at the top of the hip. The stretch knit insets on the side seams and sleeves basically guarantee that this vegan leather jacket will fit your figure to perfection.

Get the Vegan Leather Double Peplum Jacket (originally $128) on sale for just $80 from Express, and score an extra 40% off site wide for a limited time!

This jacket comes in six different colors to choose from, and is also available in regular and petite sizes. There are zippers on the side of each sleeve as well as a front closure, plus zipper side pockets on the front of the jacket. There are so many options to choose from which makes Usbelieve that theres a perfect look and fit for everyone.

Shoppers are obsessed with this jacket. They say that its perfection and are calling it absolutely gorgeous! More than 1,100 shoppers have reviewed this jacket and its consistently earned a rating of four stars or more, which is seriously impressive. With the amazing price that you can get at the moment, there truly isnt a reason for you not to pick up this vegan leather jacket from Express!

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Specialty pizza shops have long offered vegan options. This year however, especially over the past six months, several pizza chain giants have expanded their menus to make them more inclusive to vegans and vegetarians alike. Here we take a look at some of the recent vegan additions by chains and smaller companies who have increased their plantbased offerings.

Dominos has added four plant-based options to its menu in Australia. The chain claims the pies taste every bit as delicious as the genuine article, and so far, customers agree. PETA recently awarded Dominos Vegan Taco Fiesta the Best Vegan Pizza in Australia award.

Dominos offers a Hawaiian pizza, ham and cheese pie, pepperoni and supreme all featuring plant-based meats. When the campaign launched down under, 50% of all restaurants sold out of the new options within the first two weeks.

Many of the larger chains embracing the plant-based meat trend favor the two best known brands in plant meat Beyond Meat and Impossible Foods. Pizza Hut decided to take a different approach. The brand recently launched its Incogmeato pie at one location in Phoenix, AZ. If the launch goes well, customers throughout the state will soon enjoy a pie topped with Morningstar Farms Italian sausage.

The chain will serve the test pie in a new round box, which is designed to be more environmentally sustainable than the traditional square box and is said to keep the pizza hotter and fresher.

As we reported last week, UNO Pizzeria & Grill, which famously invented the deep dish pizza, launched its Love All, Feed All menu, including vegan and dairy-free options such as Beyond Meat and Daiya Vegan Mozzarella Cheese.

In June, Canadian chain Pizza Pizza rolled out its Super Plant Pizza including plant-based pepperoni from Yves Veggie Cuisine, and a plant-based chorizo crumble made by Field Roast Grain Meat Co, with the new menu items now available in all traditional Pizza Pizza restaurants across Canada.

If you live on the east coast of the US, you can find vegan pies at locations like Jules Thin Crust Pizza or The Couch Tomato Caf. Over on the west coast, LA chain Lucifers Pizza let you choose your level of spice. Others like Picazzos, an Arizona favorite, offer up options that are both vegan and gluten-free for people with various dietary restrictions.

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(HOODLINE) In search of a new favorite vegan spot? Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable vegan restaurants around Denver, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to satisfy your cravings.Beet Box

Topping the list isBeet Box. Located at 1030 E. 22nd Ave. in Five Points, the bakery and vegan spot, which offers coffee, tea and more, is the highest-rated budget-friendly vegan restaurant in Denver, boasting 4.5 stars out of 474 reviews on Yelp.

We found this about the businesss signature items: Beet Box is a unique bakery in Denver that turns out a wide variety of vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free cakes, pastries and sandwiches, it writes on Yelp in the section explaining specialties.

Next up is the UniversitysMustards Last Stand, situated at 2081 S. University Blvd. With four stars out of 192 reviews on Yelp, the traditional American and vegan spot, offering hot dogs and more, has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for an inexpensive option.

We looked there for more about Mustards Last Stand.

Come get a taste of Chicago at Mustards Last Stand in Denver or Boulder! it writes on Yelp in the section explaining specialties. We serve the best Chicago-style food outside of Chicago.

Lower Downtowns member of the national chainProtein Bar, located at 1755 16th St., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the affordable New American, vegan and gluten-free spot four stars out of 171 reviews.

The site has lots more information on Protein Bar.

Matt Matros founded Protein Bar in 2009 with the goal of bringing nutrient-rich, great-tasting food to on-the-go customers, per the history section of the businesss Yelp profile.

In terms of signature items, Protein Bar restaurants are committed to a better way of living and offer flavorful and nutrient-rich food and drink like smoothies, high protein salads, burritos, quinoa bowls, cold-pressed juice, vegan and vegetarian cuisine, it states on Yelp in the section highlighting specialties.

Superfood Bar, a vegan spot that offers juices, smoothies, wraps and more in Highland, is another much-loved, budget-friendly go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 48 Yelp reviews. Head over to 1541 Platte St. to see for yourself.

The site can tell you a thing or two more about Superfood Bar.

Joseph Stone began the first iteration of what would become Superfood Bar, 8 years ago in New Orleans, LA, according to the bio section of the businesss Yelp profile. At first, all the store sold was Josephs homemade kombucha. As awareness increased, other specialty health drinks were added to the menu.

Regarding signature items, Superfood Bar creates the very best, least hybridized, most nutrient-dense, 100% organic and vegan dishes using extensive culinary know-how, it notes on Yelp in the section about specialties.

Over in Civic Center, check out this outpost of the well-known chainPieology Pizzeria, which has earned four stars out of 103 reviews on Yelp. Dig in at the vegan and fast food spot, which offers pizza and more, by heading over to 1147 N. Broadway St., Suite 103.

If youre looking for more, we found these details about Pieology Pizzeria.

Founded in 2010 by Carl Chang, Pieology is the true pie-oneer in the fast-casual custom pizza segment; evolving from the simple idea that pizza, or the pursuit of the perfect pizza, has the power to bring friends, family and community together, according to the history section of the businesss Yelp profile.

As to what the business is known for, Pieology provides positive inspiration and connection through the creation of delicious and affordable personally inspired pizzas, it states on Yelp in the section about specialties.

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Katerina Seigel, who's turned blogging about her plant-based lifestyle into a career, shares her favorite spots to grab a bite to eat in Philly.

Philly-based influencer and blogger Katerina Seigel gave us her top local vegan spots to dine out in Philly. / Photograph courtesy of Katerina Seigel

Ever since I can remember, I have struggled with stomach issues.

From the time I was a young kid up until college, I felt sick all the time. I visited a lot of doctors, and each time they found nothing wrong. I became so frustrated and convinced that I would always feel this way. Once I entered college, however, I had had enough and decided to get down to the root of the problem. I had suffered through years of feeling tired, sluggish, and unhealthy, and I knew I had to make a change.

Thats when I decided to visit an integrated medicine doctor at Jefferson, hoping she could provide me with some sort of solution. Once we met and I told her about the issues I was having, she put me on an elimination diet and told me to implement it ASAP. This meant completelygetting rid of gluten AND dairy for six whole months.

Sounds kind of weird and scary, right? At least thats what I thought. Since I lived on a typical junk food diet of mac n cheese and pizza, I felt at a loss for what I was going to eat. I distinctly remember saying, Im going to starve. When I first changed my diet, I had NO idea what I was doing. When I say I was a novice in terms of food, I mean I could make boxed pancakes, maybe an egg. And this doctor was expecting me to stay away from all of my favorite foods?

Little did I know at the time, this would be a turning point in my life and would change me in so many ways. After the six months were up, I felt great.* I was eating more whole foods than I ever had in my life and loads of fruits and vegetables. I quickly became addicted to cooking and was hitting up all of the healthy restaurants here in the city. It had become my new passion.

Thats when I discovered plant-based and vegan eating. Through all of the healthy cookbooks I was buying and recipe blogs I was following, I saw people eating tons of fruits, vegetables, and crazy delicious meals. I was so intrigued and jumped in to try it myself. I became obsessed with local favorites like Blackbird Pizzeria, HipCityVeg, and Sweetgreen. My eyes were truly opened to the fact that I could have my cake and eat it, too. I felt amazing and was enjoying my childhood faves like pizza, chicken sandwiches, and milkshakes just vegan.

Now almost six years later, I am so happy I took that leap. I feel blessed to live in a city that makes it easy to follow a plant-based diet and has such a huge array of vegan restaurants. So many of these restaurants really inspired me to make the change and make such delicious food vegan or not. Over the past few years,Ive made it my goal to search out the places you just cant miss in Phillys vegan eating space.In honor of World Vegan Day this Friday, I give you my favorites.

*As always, you should consult a dietitian and/or physician before making any serious dietary changes.

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The ricotta dip at Vedge is one of Seigels go-tos. / Photograph courtesy of Katerina Seigel

Comfort food:

Tattooed Moms Meatless Mondays are a draw for the vegan crowd. / Photograph courtesy of Katerina Seigel

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The Franklin Fountain usually has several vegan ice cream flavors available. / Photograph courtesy of Katerina Seigel

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United Airlines is launching a vegan in-flight menu.

The major American airline which distributes around 55 million meals a year announced the new plant-based additions at its Flight Plan 2020 event in Chicago.

According to CNBC, the airline has overhauled its menu in a bid to prove its new image as a carrier committed to its customers. It is also trying to keep up with evolving food trends.

This year, the airline began offering new gluten-free meal options. Next year, one of its primary focuses will be adding vegan food options. Red beet hummus with roasted veg, roasted curry cauliflower, and a vegan stuffed grape leaf with dolma infused yogurt will feature on the new menu.

Gulli McLoughlin United Airlines executive chef since 1985 maintains that the airline is always trying to improve its in-flight meal options. He told CNBC,Back [in 1985] I didnt think the meal service would ever be where it is now. Travelers wanted to get from point A to point B.

He explained that now, people care more about airplane food. Cable TV and the Food Network have put excitement into food and made it fun. A lot of our customers are very food-savvy, he continued.

He added that United Airlines often listens to feedback from flight attendants regarding what customers want. Oscar Munoz chief executive officer of the airline added, we have 160 million opinions on [stuff], so were listening and listening and listening.

Earlier this year, it listened to views on SeaWorld, removing all traces of the marine park from its website following animal cruelty concerns. In 2013, after listening to concerns from animal rights groups, it stopped transporting animals for lab research.

It isnt the only airline making compassionate changes. British Airways, WestJet, and Air Canada have all cut ties with SeaWorld.

Many airlines have introduced more vegan options on board. UK airline Jet2 added vegan meals to all EU flights at the beginning of this year. In 2018, Hawaiian Airlines added vegan meals to its international flights. Jetstar, Cathay Pacific, and Ryanair also offer vegan meals onboard.

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Actress Alicia Silverstonehas said she credits her sons vegan dietfor his good behavior. Ive never had to raise my voice to Bear. I can just say no, thank you and we respect each other and listen to each other When your kid feels good, they act well, she told US Weekly. Sound too good to be true? Possibly, but were certainly hearing more and more about vegan diets in the news these days, so maybe the Clueless star is on to something. We did some research of our own, and talked to a few experts along the way.

Here, well share all the pros and cons of a vegan diet for kids, and include some tips for how to get your family started on the path to a plant-based lifestyle if you choose to do so. When feeding kids a vegan diet, its extremely important to ensure theyre getting all the nutrients they need, since vegan diets are notoriously low in protein and vitamins like B12. But if youve got the time and motivation to do careful weekly meal planning, there are tons of benefits of a vegan diet, too.

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There are many variations, but a true vegan diet consists of zero animal products or by-products. So not only does someone adhering to a vegan diet swear off meat and fish, but also dairy, eggs and even honey and gelatin. We knowsounds impossible, right? Eating a vegan diet definitely takes a ton of planning and forethought, and thats especially the case if youll be including your kids in the lifestyle.

The point to stress the most to parents considering a vegan diet for their children is to educate themselves on the nutrient needs and how to provide a balanced diet for their children. Find a pediatrician or nutritionist who understands the needs of growing children who will provide you with guidance and close care as you and your family adjusts to this lifestyle, says Lisa Richards, author ofThe Candida Diet.

Silverstone is hardly the first parent to notice an uptick in good behavior when their kids diet was improved. Countless studies have shown that there are links between what a child (or anyone, for that matter) eats and how he behaves. And thats just one of the many benefits of a vegan diet for kids. Kids who follow a vegan diet arent introduced to fast foods and convenience foods, which are high in refined carbohydrates and saturated fat, says Richards, adding, These foods, which are commonly consumed by children as part of the standard American diet, lead to increased weight gain and a host of health concerns.

Banish hanger. When you havent eaten for a while, your blood sugar lowers, triggering a cascade of hormones, including cortisol (a stress hormone), which can cause aggression in some people. If you are prone to getting hangry, try eating several small meals throughout the day or carrying an emergency stash of almonds.

As another benefit, consider the fact that vegan children tend to be raised with a greater understanding of and appreciation for the food theyre eating, as well as the food theyre not eating. A vegan diet tends to expose the child somewhat to philosophical considerations when making food choices, says Paul Chek with the C.H.E.K Institute, a holistic fitness program designed for fitness professionals.

And finally, and most compelling, vegan kids are exposed to a much wider variety of foods right from the start. Vegan diets typically include a broader array of plants, textures and raw food (and therefore enzymes) than a standard diet. This exposes the child to nutritional variety (and therefore nutritional density) and encourages their palate to expand so that they eat more broadly as an adult, Chek says.

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But of course, theres plenty of criticism surrounding the decision to raise children as vegans, and most of that is centered around whether kids can get the nutrients they need from a vegan diet. Vegan diets need to be very balanced to ensure adequate nutrition and protein they shouldnt just be pasta or rice, says Dr. Amy Shapiro, MS, RD, CDN and founder of Real Nutrition. Chek agrees, recounting a cautionary tale of a client whose vegan child ate nothing but cereal with oatmilk for every meal. This lack of dietary balance can lead to the following nutritional deficiencies:

If planning and effort is not put into providing a balanced vegan diet for kids, consequences can be drastic, and even deadly. Several recent news stories have highlighted cases where young children suffered severe malnutrition and even death as a result of a misguided attempt at veganism.

Does all this mean you cant start babies on a vegan diet? Despite these scary stories, its totally possible to raise kids on a vegan diet from birth. As Shapiro points out, Most babies start solids with pureed fruits and veggies anyway, and they continue to get nutrition from breastmilk or formula for their first year of life. So most, if not all, of their nutrition is supported. Just like for non-vegan babies, breastmilk is preferable, but a soy-based formula is a great secondary option if youre hoping to have your child adhere to a vegan diet. Note, however, this strong warning from the Vegetarian Resource Group about the use of homemade or other plant-based milks for babies:

Soy milk, rice milk, other plant milks, and homemade formulas should not be used to replace breast milk or commercial infant formula during the first year. These foods do not contain the proper ratio of protein, fat and carbohydrates, nor do they have enough of many vitamins and minerals to be used as a significant part of the diet in the first year.

By now, you know that youll have your work cut out for you if youre planning on moving your child to a completely plant-based diet. But as long as youre willing and able to do the work, youll be giving your child a lifelong advantage when it comes to his or her health. Below, weve included some helpful tips to remember when it comes to a vegan diet for kids.

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