-I like being vegan.
-It's not difficult for me to be vegan.
-I love vegan food and probably haven't lost any weight.
-When I reduce sugar intake and try to de-stress, I have less acne.
-When I eat chocolate after 5p, I cannot sleep through the night.
-There are tons of foods that I haven't tried yet and many new-found food faves (ie. dates, daikon, kelp noodles, Earth balance buttery spread, cacao nibs, roasted veggies, almond milk).
-I love my food processor.
-a "vegan" is often perceived negatively, conjuring images of strict, sickly hippies, hardcore animal rights activists, holier-than-thou do-gooders, Women's Studies majors seeking a "cause", and crunchy California liberal earth-loving granolas.
-I have learned a ton about the food industry, nutrition, vegan-friendly brands, restaurants and blogs, vegan recipes, health benefits of a plant-based diet, potential career paths, and animal welfare.
-The foods I miss the most are unhealthy for me (ie. standard cakes, cookies, ice cream, cupcakes, brownies, froyo). But fortunately, I have found plenty of delicious alternatives, and the foods that are naturally sweetened and homemade taste better and are guilt-free!
-After a week of not eating sweets, I don't crave them much (it helps to keep naughty foods out of reach).
-There is a lot of resistance to change amongst Americans - even friends and family - and they've closed their minds to learning about alternative/natural lifestyles and foods.
-However, I've been strongly encouraged by those who are open to trying new foods and recipes that are more plant-based. There are even some of you who've dabbled in the vegan lifestyle and thrived! Even by reducing your meat intake one day a week, you are saving the planet and mankind (comment on this post if you want a detailed explanation).
Need inspiration for this week's meals? Check out New York Times' "Recipes for Health" using common pantry/produce products and notice the minimal use of meat in the recipes. Doesn't the black bean soup look yummy?
Day 59 Food Journal:-mixed fruit
-oatmeal
-salad, chips and guac
-lasagna, chocolate truffles and dark chocolate bunny (don't hate me...I'm a weak human), cherry tomatoes
By "5pm" you mean an undetermined and possibly non-existent time that you made up out of no where.
ReplyDeleteLaura, you are so honest. I know you want what's best for yourself and for so many others. You're also learning to be tolerant, with grace :-) Dad and I are extremely proud of you!!
ReplyDeletelong live the food processor! :)
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