Ive been vegan for 23 years, and it is insanely simple now, she says.
The variety available now obviously includes the food itself, but information is prevalent now, too.
Information is out there and prevalent, and you dont have to dig anymore, she says.
Kids still have developing palettes, so its easier to do the switch, she says.
Kids are going to be kids, Scott-Hamilton says.
They like what they like, so its really hard to go full-tilt with them.
Finding some vegan substitutes for kid-friendly foods is a good starting point.
There are vegan versions of kid staples like chicken fingers and macaroni and cheese.
But there are also ways to make fun, kid-friendly foods that have hidden healthy ingredients in them.
There are ways to sneak veggies into their food, Scott-Hamilton says.
Kid-friendly foods can be easily manipulated without them knowing.
Their age is also a factor.
Kids are going to be kids.
They like what they like, so its really hard to go full-tilt with them.
The older they are, the tougher it might be because theyre more set in their ways.
Its easier when theyre younger, but thats not to say they wont switch.
The foods are so delicious now, they cant tell the difference in a lot of cases.
Start with things they already like to eat and then show them alternatives, she says.
Lots of fresh vegetables and fruits are vital.
