Vegan must haves - who says eating healthy is restrictive?

Sharing this list with my friends and family that have asked my new favorite staples:

Best Life - buttery spread (olive oil) - so amazing.

Chia Seeds - nutty whole grain flavor, omega 3, antiocidents even more than blueberries, keep blood pressure and blood sugar stable, good for joint pain, skin conditions, Chia provides fiber (about 2 tablespoons--25 g--give you 7 g of fiber) as well as other important nutrients, including calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, manganese, copper, niacin, and zinc. sprinkle on salads or soy yogurt, shakes, or make your own energy gels to resemble GU.

Nutritional Yeast - nutty cheesy flavor, good as a parmesean cheese substitute, yummy on popcorn. it is a complete protein, source of vitamins, especially B complex.

Quinoa - Great nutritional importance in pre-Columbian Andean civilizations, being secondary only to the potato, and was followed in importance by maize. In contemporary times, this crop has become highly appreciated for its nutritional value, as its protein content is very high (12%–18%). Unlike wheat or rice (which are low in lysine), quinoa contains a balanced set of essential amino acids for humans, making it an unusually complete protein source among plant foods.[4] It is a good source of dietary fiber and phosphorus and is high in magnesium and iron. Quinoa is gluten-free and considered easy to digest. Because of all these characteristics, quinoa is being considered a possible crop in NASA's Controlled Ecological Life Support System for long-duration manned spaceflights.[4]

Flaxseed - among the oldest crop in the world, dietary fiber, abundance of micronutrients, omega 3 oil. 1 TBSP of flaxseed with 3 TBSP of water, substitute for 1 egg in baking recipes. use in soy yogurts, top salads, put in protein shakes,

Rice Milk - Compared to cow's milk, rice milk contains more carbohydrates, but does not contain significant amounts of calcium or protein, and no cholesterol or lactose. Commercial brands of rice milk, however, are often fortified with vitamins and minerals, including calcium, vitamin B12, vitamin B3, and iron.[2] While most rice milks do not contain protein and are not a whole grain. Good for baking.

Almond milk - promoted as a healthy alternative to cow's milk for reasons including:
It lacks casein, It is safe for people with lactose intolerance or milk allergy , Contains far less saturated fat than cow's milk.

Light olive oil - used for frying

Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) - used for salad dressing

Egg Substitute - Ener-G is an incredibly versatile and easy to use commercial egg replacer available in most health food stores and larger well-stocked grocery stores. Despite the instructions on the package to mix Ener-G with two tablespoons of water, some recipes will need a bit more moisture when replacing eggs using Ener-G, so you may need to compensate with an extra tablespoon of water or soy milk. Ener-G and other store-bought egg substitutes are relatively flavorless and work best in baked goods, such as cookies, muffins and cakes, and can also be used to bind ingredients together in a vegan casserole or loaf. Ener-G is vegan and certified kosher, but be sure to read the labels carefully on other brands, as some may contain egg whites.

Sunbutter - from sunflowers, like peanut butter, good for people with nut allergies