Vegan challenge starts tomorrow need support??

Just curious... If going Vegan is a challenge, then why are you going Vegan? The main reason people do it is that they hate cruelty towards animals in farms, so it's more of a life choice than a challenge. It's also usually something they continue to do.

Not sure if it will do anything dieting wise. I've always been one for the calories in and out. I also think it's better to do things you enjoy and that are sustainable for maintenance but that's just some friendly input from my own experiences.

As for joining this "challenge" Sadly i don't think I could give up meat, dairy and eggs for a month. I just love my Bacon and eggs in the morning and my lovely chai latte. I guess a positive would be me eating more leafy greens though.

I support the American ranchers, so I say, "kill the beef."

mexicana4ever wrote: »

I am planning to go on a vegan diet for at least 1 month however I need support any one want to join me on a vegan challenge ? If you do send me a friend request

May I ask why for only a month? And what are you trying to accomplish by going vegan for a month? Are you hoping to lose weight (which is only going vegan won't make you lose weight)? A bet with friends? Just curious.

On a side note, I was vegetarian for 2+ years (and actually gained weight). I couldn't go vegan because I like my cheese too much lol. I didn't plan on going back to meat but while at dinner with family I caved for an amazing chicken dish lol. I still don't eat red meat though.

Have you seen the documentary 'Vegucated' - it's currently on netflix and follows the journey of three meat eating New Yorkers who are challenged to follow a vegan diet for six weeks. Really interesting watch!

I'm currently vegan till Christmas (religious fast). Don't listen to those who try to put the idea down. There is nothing wrong with experimenting and trying different things. I'm not religious, but I do this twice a year to support my family and to change food routine, which is exhilarating!

Cooking vegan dishes to try is one thing, but having it as a challenge is way more exciting and near forces you to get creative. For example, I've discovered not long ago that if you heat up homemade almond milk it gets thick and creamy. I used to not like it in my cereal because it felt watery. I'm eating things I don't eat often like barley and buckwheat, and I have bought tofu to try for the first time in my life! I also put in the muscle to make my own seitan. It was a curious experience. It's an exciting change from the usual convenient open-the-fridge-and-grab routine.

Unfortunately I will not be able to join you in this challenge, as my fast will be ending in a week, but I encourage you to try. Who knows, you may enjoy it! and if you don't, there is always going back to your good old regular diet.

You should get a physical before you start your challenge and note your HDL, LDL ,Blood pressure, Triglycerides, etc!
I had high blood pressure, High LDL, Low HDL, High Triglycerides (as a lacto-vegetarian) so I became vegan for 1 year. After 1 year I had my levels rechecked and they were exactly the same! If you do the vegan 1 month challenge for health reasons my advice is it accurately assess any benefits. Look at your numbers and see if they change for you. Everyone is different.

I love being vegan! I went vegan for ethical reasons and everything else fell in place. I eat a far more varied diet than I did prior to my lifestyle change. I did make the commitment to not be a junk food vegan by giving up the majority of processed foods, sugar, and alcohol this past year, and the results have been amazing. My cholesterol is fab, I've lost a lot of weight and I have more energy at 45 than I did when I was 25. I am a all or nothing kind of person when it comes to food, because if I allow myself to eat junk some of the time then...... I think it depends on what you want, why you are doing it, and your commitment. I totally support you trying a different diet and encourage you to challenge yourself with cooking fun and yummy vegan recipes - there are tons of them out there. I got a great start back in the day by checking cookbooks out from the library.

Best of luck! No matter your choice, here is wishing you health and happiness!!

Amy