Looking for vegetarian friends

Steph_in_Mississippi
Steph_in_Mississippi Posts: 70 Member
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I decided to start a vegetarian lifestyle. I'm looking for friends for advice, ideas or support.

Thank you in advance.

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  • Shedding4Wedding2014
    Shedding4Wedding2014 Posts: 92 Member
    Vegetarian since 1990
    Vegan since March 2012

    Feel free to add me :flowerforyou:
  • purplebohemian
    purplebohemian Posts: 32
    I would not classify myself as a vegetarian currently, but I am working towards a vegetarian only diet. One of my goals that I am working on right now is having three full days dedicated to eating vegetarian. :)
  • april1445
    april1445 Posts: 334
    I certainly have toyed with the idea and then it seems like too much work. Especially with a family to provide for! Feel free to add me though. Maybe I can learn from you.
  • dimps084
    dimps084 Posts: 2 Member
    Hi! I have been a vegetarian all my life. Would love to help you with any questions. :)
  • jille23
    jille23 Posts: 1 Member
    Hello! New here. I've been a vegetarian for 18 years. Feel free to add me and ask any questions you might have. I've gotten fairly good at managing protein intake in that time, and of course working towards getting enough iron and zinc. It's a challenge but once you're in the groove it's second nature.
  • sarahsvb
    sarahsvb Posts: 3 Member
    im vegan. what do you need help with? feel free to add me!!
  • veganlisa
    veganlisa Posts: 50 Member
    You are welcome to add me. :)
  • grimendale
    grimendale Posts: 2,153 Member
    Check the Happy Herbivores group. Lots of veg*ns there.
  • Steph_in_Mississippi
    Steph_in_Mississippi Posts: 70 Member
    Thank you !
  • Dianeshealthysteps
    Dianeshealthysteps Posts: 15
    Ten years, feel free to add me
  • PeaceVegan
    PeaceVegan Posts: 37 Member
    Vegetarian for 7 years ... boarderline vegan. Feel free to add me too.
  • otter090812
    otter090812 Posts: 380 Member
    Vegetarian for 24 years (cripes!) - feel free to add.
  • BaconMD
    BaconMD Posts: 1,165 Member
    I'm not all that active here anymore, so you may not want to add me, but here's the only tip I needed when I decided to try out vegetarian eating almost a year ago:

    www.theppk.com

    A majority of meals I eat now are from Isa's site or one of her cookbooks, and almost every single one is delicious! There's only been a couple out of probably 70+ recipes we've done that I didn't like, and even then it was just personal preference.

    I feel way, way better than when I ate meat, but I need to supplement a bit and I wouldn't push people to give up meat if they don't want to.
  • jenievans1
    jenievans1 Posts: 6 Member
    Though I am not strictly vegetarian, I am moving in that direction. I also have been cutting out dairy (lactose intolerant) and gluten (apparently I'm also sensitive to it). Since my hubby wants meat at least once a day, we have to accommodate two meal plans for weight loss in our house. When the daughters visit, they are vegan, so that's another factor to consider. Feel free to add me.
  • Steph_in_Mississippi
    Steph_in_Mississippi Posts: 70 Member
    Thank you BaconMD!
  • CaitErin1101
    CaitErin1101 Posts: 17 Member
    I'm considering starting a vegetarian lifestyle as well. What do you think of it so far?
  • Aross83
    Aross83 Posts: 936 Member
    I started January 1st going vegetarian. could use some like friends!
  • BaconMD
    BaconMD Posts: 1,165 Member
    Thank you BaconMD!

    You're welcome!

    ...MFP won't let me change my nickname, btw. LOL. I used to eat bacon by the package. I don't even miss it.

    Well, I miss it a little.
  • Steph_in_Mississippi
    Steph_in_Mississippi Posts: 70 Member
    Caitbelt.. So far I'm liking it. I love to cook and love vegetables... I haven't had any desire for meat. I'm a big fan of mushrooms. They have a meaty taste to me. Since they're are so many different options like morning star products, I think it's worth a try. If it doesn't suit you, you can go back. I don't eat eggs but I do consume milk products. I've only been doing this for almost 2 weeks. But I have my mind set and I'm a stubborn person. LOL....

    Bacon MD... My 16 year old could eat bacon every hour of the day... LOL....
  • purplebohemian
    purplebohemian Posts: 32
    I'm a big fan of mushrooms. They have a meaty taste to me.

    If you like mushrooms and are still eating cheese, I suggest this recipe. I've made it a couple of times--I'm not a big fan of mushrooms, but I loved it. So did my husband!

    http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/portobello_philly_cheese_steak_sandwich.html
  • Steph_in_Mississippi
    Steph_in_Mississippi Posts: 70 Member
    Looks amazing! I've got it imported to my food on the table app... THANK YOU GREATLY!
  • SuperJo1972
    SuperJo1972 Posts: 113 Member
    I just realised that I've been a veggie for 24 years now. Wow that seems so long,(it's been a while since I thought about when I started).

    I have lost a stone already (big thanks to mfp for keeping me on track) with at least another 2 stone to lose. I have started increasing my cardio and recently rejoined the gym. I hope to start working on some weight training soon.

    I would love to have more veggie mfp buddies. :o)
  • SarahBGoodGirl
    SarahBGoodGirl Posts: 7
    Vegetarian for 4 years! Add me if you'd like. I'd love to be part of a veggie community on here. (Can we do our own forum dealy?) Also just started going gluten-free to take care of my thyroid. Would love advice, ideas, and experiences.

    xoxo

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