Any vegans or vegetarians?

mgesa1227

I'm 26 years old and decided to become vegan 13 days ago. Loving every second of it! I also watched 'What the Health' recently and have Diabetes. Would definitely like for that to go away and if being vegan can help along with exercise, I don't see any cons.

deekayg

First time posting, pescatarian for 6.5 years now!

Amyfinch0

Love this thread! Vegans and vegetarians with open diaries, add me!

I went vegetarian 2 1/2 years ago for ethical reasons (it was when Facebook videos played automatically, and I was forced to acknowledge the abuse that went on in slaughter houses). I lived on pasta and cheese for a long time - learning to eat vegetables, fruits, grains and other whole foods was an education I didn't expect to happen. That education is ongoing and I'm happier all the time.

Most days I end up eating vegan simply because the lower calorie the food, the more of it I can have! So I avoid cheese and milk just so I can keep stuffing my face.

MobOfBricks

New to veganism here (30 days tomorrow).

I am Greek so I am used to eating a lot of plants in different ways. My problem is the social aspect. Participating in lunches/dinners with friends/co-workers/clients, celebrations/parties. But I ll get used to it at some point.

I am in my 40s so I have eaten my share of pigs, cows, lambs and goats, even rabbits and all kinds of birds because I developed a taste for it very young.

My reasons for deciding to embrace this new lifestyle is:
to become more ethical and less of a hypocrite (I 've been an environmental activist for over 15 years)
my concern about the environment
and if my health improves, that would be the cherry on top.

I dont have any health issues yet (that I know of) but I need to lose another 15 lbs

MissContortifid

I've been a vegetarian for approximately 8 years. I'm looking to lose 80 pounds. Would love to add other plant based people especially if you have an open diary!