So I've always had an interest in the Vegan lifestyle. Though it isn't something I really thought I'd ever try. It just seems too difficult and there are certain foods I eat daily that would not comply such as Greek yogurt and egg whites.
Well living in California has changed my thoughts and I am actually giving it a fair try. I have been a lacto-ovo-pescatarian for sometime now so I don't think the transition to vegan will be too difficult for me. I've decided to try it because I like when I FEEL healthy. Yes I want to look healthy too but feeling healthy benefits my mind as well. I really don't know if I will be completely vegan for life but I think the vegan diet principles can promote optimum health when followed correctly. Most likely you will be avoiding saturated fat from meat and dairy and simple sugars and added chemicals from processed carbohydrates. So my goal is to make it 30 to 45 days and if I love it, I will surely keep it up. If I find I'm missing some of my favorite foods then I will occasionally allow myself to have what I want and just eat clean and focus on eating for good health with an occasional treat.
So I thought I'd start this blog post with some resources you can check out if you ever thought about trying a vegan lifestyle. I say lifestyle because going vegan usually becomes a lifestyle more so than just a diet plan. Next week I'll share what my meals have been made and the nutrients to focus on when meal planning, vegan-style!
So there is a great documentary to watch called "Forks Over Knives". Yes, I've already blogged about this so just search this blog (search box to the right) to find out more. I also read this book. The book has great vegan recipes!!
I just started reading "Eat to Live". This is a great book for someone who is thinking of going vegan. It gives you a 6 week plan to get started and see amazing results benefitting your health. It is written by Dr. Fuhrman. Check it out! And yes, more great recipes.
Finally you can do a 30 day Vegan Challenge online at http://www.compassionatecook.com/
So here are some of my latest vegan meals. So far they are not much different than my usual meals so I plan on getting creative and cooking some new foods I've never worked with before such as Tempeh and daiya cheese!
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| Berries with Ground Flaxseeds |
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| Brussels Sprouts, Zucchini, Celery, Red onion, kidney beans, balsamic vinegar |
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| Cold vegetable salad from work cafeteria with pineapple for dessert |
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| Oven roasted veggies with kidney beans and homemade salsa |
