Welcome to Part Two of this enriching episode of Trauma and Social Work: A Mother and Son Dialogue, where vegan nutrition meets practical kitchen wisdom! 🥗✨

In this episode, KJ Alexander and Tonya Octave, LCSW, dive into the benefits of a vegan lifestyle, with a focus on plant-based protein sources, essential amino acids, and how to create nutritionally complete meals that support mental, physical, and emotional wellness.

KJ shares ideas on how to get creative with vegetables and explores healthy protein options like legumes, seeds, and leafy greens. Together, they discuss how to support protein intake without sacrificing taste, variety, or nourishment.

Tonya takes it to the kitchen with a hands-on demonstration:🥗 A vibrant salad packed with herbs, colorful veggies, and sea salt for a natural source of iodine
🥙 A hearty, easy-to-digest lentil patty—a perfect protein addition to salads or grain bowls

This episode offers:
✔️ Practical tips for balancing plant-based meals
✔️ Guidance on getting all essential amino acids from vegan sources
✔️ Insight into the connection between food and emotional regulation
✔️ A demonstration of simple, affordable, and healing recipes

Whether you're exploring veganism or just looking to improve your diet, this conversation is filled with tools and inspiration to help you feel nourished, strong, and balanced.

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