Announcements
Why Consider Becoming a Vegetarian?
For many individuals who have been vegetarian for some time, this may seem like a somewhat ridiculous question. However, for me, it is a fairly profound one in that my eating habits have always been inconsistent with my philosophical beliefs. Let me try to explain: I absolutely love ALL animals and consider myself an…
What Type of Vegetarian Are You?
In researching a dietary lifestyle choice upon starting MyFitnessPal I came across the Top 6 Types of Vegetarians: 1. Pescatarian (also spelled pescetarian) The word “pescatarian” is occasionally used to describe those who abstain from eating all meat and animal flesh with the exception of fish. Although the word is not…
Eat to Live NOT Live to Eat...
Anyone following a lifestyle program based on Dr. Joel Fuhrman's "Eat for Life" book? A nutritarian lifestyle based on consumption of unprocessed fruits and vegetables with high nutrient density. This is a lifestyle philosophy I truly believe in. However, making the transition and departing from a lifetime of 'bad eating…
Discussions
dark/light chocolate
A friend of mine asked me if Vegetarians or Vegans eat dark or light chocolate. I honestly don't know. Can someone tell me if Chocolate is vegan/vegerarian friendly?
Looking to change!
Hi all :-) I'm new to the whole Veggie/Vegan thing, as I've consumed meat and animal products my whole life! Something recently in me has changed though and I'm not really sure why or how, and I just stopped enjoying meats really, although I'm still a lover of Cheese and Milk, so probably wont be giving up dairy/going…
RECIPES!
I thought we could all post some yummy vegetarian recipes here! I am at work but I'll post some when I am at home, anyone else feel free to post your recipes here!
Atkins for Vegetarians & Vegans
I am an Ovo-Vegetarian. That means I choose to NOT eat meat or dairy products, but will eat egg whites. My body does NOT deal well with carbs so I was excited when I found a Vegetarian/Vegan adaptation of the Atkins diet. I hope to find support here.…
Making the Switch with Meat Loving Spouse
I have been attempting to transition my diet to a more plant based diet but have been struggling with the transition at home with my meat loving husband. Does any one have any tips or treats to make this transition easier for both of us. At this point it is not ready to make a complete transition so we still have meats and…
what am i
Now that I read this I'm not sure if im vegetarian or vegan. I don't eat any meat including fish and eggs. People tell me I can eat eggs, but there unborn chicks. I don't eat anything with flavoring or meat. I don't consume anything dairy because I'm lactose intolerant. I don't wear animal flesh or skins. Someone get back…
Starting the journey again!
Very excited to start Vegetarian Times 28 Day Boot Camp tomorrow. I was vegetarian before and felt so much better!
Kale, Kale, Kale...
I have an excess of Kale (Purple, and Black Varieties mostly) and interested to learn if anyone may have some good recipes for Kale - My wife makes an awesome salad with Kale leaves marinated in Avocado, but looking for some alternatives ... including any soup recipes. Thanks
Not a newbie. Ask me stuff?
Hi guys, I don't know if I belong here but I've been veg for 18 years ( since I was 8 and old enough for my parents to 'let me') and I was vegan all last year. I'm happy to answer questions about anything.
