Welcome n Introduction

LaurDavies

This thread seems to have died a little, but I will introduce myself nonetheless in case it's due a revival!

I'm currently on a search for all sorts of information relating to vegetarian/vegan diets and health, so all encouragement/info/tips are welcomed.

Over the past six months I've gradually been going off meat, as I find that I'm becoming more and more horribly aware that it's flesh, and simply not enjoying eating it. I've also found I feel incredibly bloated and sluggish if I've had heavily meat-based dishes.
I've been trying out various quorn recipes for the meat dishes that I do really enjoy, as well as healthy vegetarian meals,and last night I made a vegan curry which was so delicious, filling and healthy that it's really spurred me on to try more things.

I'm very keen to start experimenting more with veggie/vegan food, and to make a concerted effort to cut out more meat - not only because of my new dislike for some meats, but also for the health benefits. There are a few types of meat that I do still enjoy on a rare occasion, so I don't think I will be 100% vegetarian, but I'm keen for any encouragement and tips to really get the most out of a change in diet.

I'm training for Tough Mudder, and so I'm particularly interested in what I should be eating with regards to training.

beije24

Hi everyone. I'm Beije and 31 and recently became a vegetarian...again I still consume eggs and diary cheese but I am slowly trying to ween myself off of both. I am 100% more conscious and aware of the negative affects that animal products have on our bodies and love my decision to go back. My husband is not on board but I have to continue on with or without him! I love the support from this site and any recipes, stories are greatly appreciated.

barbaradilisio

Hello all. My name is Barbara and I'm a "new" vegetarian. I stopped eating meat not for ethical reasons, but more for health reasons. I told myself I would try it for a month, then go from there. 3 weeks in and I'm feeling pretty good, so I think I will stick with it. I might even consider giving up dairy products as well.

kristenn9715

Hii everyone! I was never a real big meat eater but recently I decided to stop eating meat completely. I never drank milk much in the first place but I am still eating some dairy and eggs. I'm doing a 6 week period to see how well I'll do with no meat and if I think i can do it then I'll be vegetarian and maybe later on a vegan. Butttt I would love some tips and recipes for vegetarians so please feel free to add me!!!