• I’m not on a plant-based diet at the moment. Are there any risks in making a sudden switch?

  Absolutely not. You can start your Planter journey safe in the knowledge that all the nutrients you need are included in your well-balanced, tailored meal plan. All you need to do is take a vitamin B12 supplement. Check out the detailed information on this subject in the supplements section.Some readers

• I feel really bloated since I started eating my plant-based diet. Does this mean it’s not right for me and I should quit?

  Remember that a plant-based diet contains a lot more fibre. So, bloating is to be expected at first, especially if your diet lacked fibre before switching, as your intestines aren’t used to managing the increase in roughage. But don’t worry! The good news is that if you persevere, the problem will resolve itself after 2-3 weeks at the most. If it doesn’t, contact our nutritionists on the chat for some helpful advice on how to gradually introduce plant-based foods into your diet. There’s no reasoSome readers

• I need to go to the bathroom two or more times a day since I started the Planter meal plan. Is that normal?

  Having bowel movements several times a day is to be expected when you increase your fibre intake. It’s really healthy! Good bowel movements decrease the contact time between potentially dangerous substances and the intestinal wall.Few readers

• Do I need to take any blood tests before starting my Planter journey?

  No, you don’t! The next time you get the chance, for example, if your doctor prescribes blood tests for other reasons, ask them to check your vitamin B12, homocysteine, folate levels and blood count as well. If you have a vitamin B12 deficiency, you can increase your dosage for a few months.Few readers