Veganuary: From Skincare to Probiotics and Beyond

Dec 31, 2024 Vegan

 

Veganuary is here: It’s time to put down the turkey and bring in the veggies for 31 days. Are you up for the challenge? 

 

What is Veganuary?

 

Veganuary started over 11 years ago, inspiring non-vegans to try out a vegan lifestyle. In 2024, around 25 million people globally had participated in the annual movement. 

Its mission is simple (if you choose to take part): consume a plant-based diet for 31 days. Not only does this help to protect animals and the environment, but also improves your overall health. 

 

What is a vegan diet? 

 

A vegan diet is a plant-based diet that excludes animal products, including meat, fish, dairy, eggs, and honey. It also includes animal by-products like gelatin, rennet, whey, casein, lactose, and egg white albumen. 

Vegans are careful to avoid any day-to-day products that may also be made out of animal products. This can be tricky when it comes to medication. 

 

Are all medications vegan? 

 

Since some medications are initially tested on animals, they cannot all be vegan. Additionally, medications may also include ingredients that come from an animal. For example, gelatine (often extracted from pigskin) is one of the key ingredients in capsule-form painkillers like paracetamol and ibuprofen.

 

What should I do if I can’t find a vegan-alternative medication?

 

There may be times when your medication isn’t vegan and your doctor or pharmacist can’t recommend a vegan alternative. In these cases, you must put your health first and take the necessary medication.

Healthcare professionals are there to help you make the best decisions for your health. If they prescribe you a medication with no vegan alternative, you should take it. 

 

Where can I find vegan-friendly medication? 

 

You can find a list of our over-the-counter vegan medication at Simply Meds Online. Just click the pharmacy shop and head over to our ‘vegan’ category. We are constantly adding to this category, as more vegan-friendly products are constantly being added to the website.

Here are some products that you might be interested in as part of supporting your wellness this month: 

 

Vegan skincare

 

Animal-based products like lanolin and collagen are often used in skin moisturising products. We offer several skincare alternatives, including Nivea Soft Cream. Available in tube or tub form, this moisturiser features Vitamin E and Jojoba Oil to quickly refresh the skin.

Palmers Cocoa Butter Formula Lotion is another vegan-skincare alternative, providing 48 hour intensive moisture protection. 

 

Vegan vitamin supplements 

 

To help support a balanced vegan diet, we provide a range of suitable vitamins and supplements.

Particularly in the winter, our body receives less vitamin D due to reduced daylight hours. Check out SunVit D3, a plant-based source of vitamin D, sourced from lichens. 

To improve immunity, reduce exercise fatigue, and maintain reproductive health, see our wide selection of vegan vitamin supplements on our website.

Other vegan-friendly vitamin supplements include: 

• Wellman Multivitamin Gummies
• Wellwoman Multivitamin Gummies

 

Probiotic supplements

 

Optibac has a vegan-friendly range of probiotic supplements to boost your gut health. From premium options like Optibac Every Day MAX, to 7 day courses like Optibac One Week Flat, we have the right supplement for you.

Other vegan-friendly Optibac supplements include: 

• Optibac Travel Abroad 
• Optibac For Those On Antibiotics
• Optibac Immune Support
• Optibac Every Day Extra 

 

A healthier you starts today

 

We’ve given you the facts and the products to match. Now, what are you waiting for? Start your Veganuary off right this month with Simply Meds Online.