Vegetarian Daily Diet

vegan diet? is a vegan diet right for everyone? i have a lot of problems with my immune system (i'm a vegetarian and have been for almost 5 years.). i've been looking into going vegan, but i was wondering if a vegan diet was right for everyone?

Vegan Diet?? i am a vegetarian working my way to raw food vegan diet, with my current diet its not so strict but i take supplements like Vit. C a good multivitamin a few extra things but i want to know does the bottle have to say Vegan or is the word organic sufficient? like what should i watch out for on labels? or if i want to be a good vegan should i try to discontinue supplements all together?

Vegan diet? if anyone can send me links/explain what a good and healthy vegan diet entail that'd be awesome! i'm really looking into becoming vegan but i don't know what foods i should buy and eat thanks so much in advance for any help!

How healthy is a Vegan diet? How can you make it more fattening? I have a 15 month old that is allergic to milk, eggs, chicken, PEANUTS, nuts, and peas. So, I kind of have to put her on a vegan diet. For those who were vegans since babies, did you drink soy milk? That's all I can give her and I know a lot of vegan recipes have soy in them. The reason that I am concerned is that I keep reading and seeing everywhere that soy is bad for you. This makes me upset because I can't help that she can only drink soy milk. I forgot to mention that I can't give her rice milk or coconut milk. Is there anyone that's been drinking soy milk and eating foods made with soy for many years? Let me know that you are healthy, so I can have some kind of peace of mind? Also, she is underweight from not being able to eat so many things. Any suggestions on how to fatten up her diet? Please help I can't seem to get a real straight answer out of anyone else.

How could a vegan diet be safe and practical for infants and small children? This girl was put on a strict vegan diet, and ended up with a degenerative bone disease that left her with the spine of an 80 year old: http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/scotland/article4087977.ece I understand the philosophy of veganism, and I am interested, BUT people do come first. How could this girl's diet have been structured safely and still be considered vegan?

When on a vegan diet, do you need to count calories to loose weight? I heard that vegans stay naturally thin without counting calories because they dont have lots of tokins or bad foods (cause most non animal product foods are healthy). So, if Im trying to loose weight on a vegan diet, do I really need to count calories? (If so, how many should I have daily?) Thanks :] PS) *Im not going vegan strictly too loose weight, Im going for animal rights and general health reasons, weight loss is just an added bonus!

What is a balanced vegan diet plan for weight loss? I am a female vegan, 5'7 and 135 pounds. I am not overweight, but I would like to lose about 5 pounds, maybe a little more. I need a good balanced diet plan or at least some meal suggestions. So if you have a good weight loss plan please write it in a Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snack format pleeeeeease! Thank you!

How can I start a Vegan diet effectively specifically to lose weight fast? I'm sick of being 252 lbs. Looking to drop down to 200. How can I do this by eating vegan food. Any good diet plans available on the web? I've been looking all over! The Paleo Diet also seemed like something that would work.

What is the perfect Vegan diet that provides all of the amino acids, vitamins and minerals without using soy? I am trying to find a vegan/raw food diet that provides all of the essential amino acids, 40-50 grams of protein, the majority of vitamins and minerals, without the use of soy since it has been proven to contain dangerous substances. Please advise.

Is a Raw Vegan Diet healthful for diabetes and high blood pressure? Is a raw vegan diet healthful over a long period of time, especially with diabetes and high blood pressure? I am trying to switch to a raw vegan diet, but my dietitian insists it is not healthful. Has anybody here tried it long-term, or know anybody who has? I'm wanting to lose a lot of weight, and I've been making a lot of salads, with cucumbers, tomatoes, lettuce, green bell peppers, celery, onions, carrots ... and then I pour on a bunch of vinegar and lemon juice. It's tasty, nutritious, and very low-calorie. It seems to be working for me, but my dietitian isn't happy. And I didn't even tell you what my primary care physician thinks about my decision to quit all my diabetes and blood pressure medications and just rely on a raw vegan diet instead of the meds ... except that I'm going to have to find another primary care physician.

What do you think about the vegan diet? I've been an omnivore most of my life but am considering the vegan diet after finding out how good it is for your health. I've started it already, but I'm already missing salt on my food or having dairy. Anybody else gone through this? What do you think of the vegan approach to eating?

How do I go on a vegan diet and still get all the nutrients I need? One of my friend's family has gone on a vegan diet. I did some research on vegans and it sounds like a great way to eat, but how do you still get all the nutrients? Without meat how are you getting protien and calcium without the dairy? How do you know if somethings processed or not? I honestly know just about nothing about food (calories, fiber, or what any of this really is) so i need it straight forward please. Thanks.

What country could better accomodate a vegan diet? I have the option to go to either Sweden or France as an exchange student. My only minor setback is my vegan diet. Which country (or a host family) could better suit my diet. Depending on grocery stores and things of that nature.

How can a vegan diet help you to lose weight? Can a vegan diet help you to lose weight and even tone up? What are the best vegan foods to help you to lean out?

When is it okay to start a vegan diet? Ive been thinking about it for a long time,and I have officially decided to become a vegan.I know that if I were to just start a vegan diet,I would get sick and lose a lot of weight,so I went vegetarian first. And I've only been on a vegetarian diet for about two weeks now. I was just wondering when would be a good time to start a vegan diet. without getting sick.

How can a person following a vegan diet raise their total cholestrol level? If someone who is following a vegan diet has very low total cholestrol levels, how can he/she raise it to normal levels without eating animal products?

What are the damaging effects of a long term vegan diet? I have a niece who is on a vegan diet and she has stopped menstruating. I told her that it was her vegan diet and that she needed to see a doctor. She has also become very anemic. Is the damage she is doing to her body irreversible?

Once switching to a vegan diet, what effects will I have on my menstruation and cycle? I just recently switched to a vegan diet 2 weeks ago. Up until this point my cycles have run like clockwork over the last 20 years. I only spotted for about an hour and then nothing. Should I worry?

Where can I shop for a vegan diet in Milwaukee? I live in Milwaukee and my husband and I are transitioning to a vegan diet. Where can we shop in the area? I went to Outpost, and found it incredibly expensive, and lacking many options for vegans.

How come I was atrophied on a vegan diet? Now I am on a meat eating diet, and I am back to normal weight. I have cured all my diseases by eating a carnivore based raw meat diet, for that which the vegan diet couldn't cure.

how to start a vegan diet for a teen? I want to start a vegan diet.I'm a vegetarian and have been one for a couple of weeks.My questions is how do ease into a vegan diet?Any tips or any thing u think I should need to know.I'm 17 years old.thanks:)

How long does it take to digest a vegan diet? I know that a vegan diet is probably the easiest to digest, but exactly how long does it usually take?

What are the 7 most asked questions on being a vegetarian or vegan or Raw diet? I.E Is a vegan diet better than a vegetarian Diet? How do i cook vegetarian, Vegan What are some good Vegan or Vegetarian recipes? What supplements must I use for children? What are your really pressing questions?

What is a good resource for starting a vegan diet? My mother has been having health problems and a couple people have suggested starting a vegan diet. I can imagine that this is not something that is easily done overnight. Does anyone know of any good books or other resources that can help her gradually move into this lifestyle?

VEGAN DIET.....................................................................? When someone is vegan, what do they eat, and what do they don't eat? What are typical meals for vegans? Thanks!

Can you have a vegan diet with out taking vitamin supplements? Can you have a vegan diet, and get all the proper nutrients with out taking supplements? As long as your diet's healthy you can, right?

What is the best reason not to compromise your vegan diet? I believe there are reasons, some of them good in which it might not be immoral to compromise ones vegan diet and occasionally eat diary, egg, or honey, often times hidden in products at potlucks, dinner invites, cafeteria food, air plane meals, after church snacks, etc. However there may also be good reasons to suffer through such events and situations. What in your opinion would be the best of the reasons not to go ahead and compromise.

Is a Vegan diet the most healthiest diet? Or will you be lacking in many nutritions and stuff? Is it the best diet or the worst diet? I want to know because I want to become Vegan. Thanks Tyler but I asked for people to answer the question not correct my grammar. Whether or not it is not how you spell it is not what I care about right now.

What is the best way to start a all vegan diet? What is the best way to start a all vegan diet? Cause I'm going to swich to this diet this summer, and how can i conquer not just stopping this diet when i see all my friends eating a Big Mac?

is it possible to gain weight on a raw vegan diet? I just started a raw vegan diet and I feel like a bottomless pit. I am so used to feeling guilty after i eat a lot of food, but on this diet I am eating so much (because I am always hungry) Is it possible to over eat and gain weight on a raw vegan diet. I am not monitoring my calorie or fat intake on this diet. Please only answer if you are educated on the matter. Thanks!

How do people get their rda of calcium from a vegan diet? Ok so I recently become vegetarian and vegan just wandering how other vegans get their rda of calcium as it's in shortage? Aside from dairy products/fish etc as far as I'm aware. Do people manage to get enough from a vegan diet or do they use a supplement? Thanks in advance!

Can a vegan/vegetarian diet help with recurring gastroenteritis? I've been diagnosed with gastroenteritis 4 times this year and I'm starting to wonder if I has anything to do with my diet. I'm out and about a lot so I don't have time to cook at home for myself. Could a vegetarian or vegan diet help correct this?

How long does it take to see results from a raw vegan diet? I am going to be starting a raw vegan diet for 2/3 meals a day and cut portions of cooked meals. I was wondering how long it takes to see results. I want to lose weight and become healthier. Im not doing it to lose weight. Just to live healthier. Though weightloss is a benefit

How to lose fat on a vegan diet? I am trying to lose body fat through cardiovascular exercises and by modifying my diet. I just need to make myself a diet plan. I am currently a vegan, so you know no dairy, no meat. If anyone can give me an idea of what to stay away from or limit myself to increase my fat loss that's be great. Thanks.

What foods do you eat in your everyday vegan diet? I'm looking for ideas on making my vegan diet better and more interesting. What do you eat in a normal day?

Can you lose weight and gain some benefits if on a Vegan diet? Hey guys. Well I am a little pudgy. Not necessarily overweight. I was planning on switching to a vegan diet since i used to eat pasta and meat, which well didn't help the situation. Also been cutting down on what i eat to either 1 or 2 meals a day. I was wondering would the vegan diet also help me lose some of the extra pounds as well?

What would I need to eat to get a balance diet as a vegan? Also does anyone know of a website where I can find a comparison of the environmental requirements for a vegan diet as opposed to one that contains meat and related products? @Jyon Marqz methinks you misread the pyramid, as vegans don't consume dairy produce, although some do consume substitutes.

How can I keep up a balanced vegan diet? Okay so I just recently became a vegan and its been 3 weeks worth of fruits/veggies, wheat tortillas with salsa/fake turkey slices, soy milk, and some more fruits/veggies. I am constantly hungry and I really would like to stay vegan but I just don't know what I can do to have a balanced diet while getting all the vitamins and other stuff I need to be healthy...any tips would be greatly appreciated, thanks!

How do you begin a Vegan diet? I am a junior in high school and a track athlete. I want to become faster and eat a vegetarian diet. The problem is I have never did a diet like this and want to know how do you go about starting a vegan diet. Do you start gradually eliminating things that are not in the vegan diet or do you quit "cold turkey". Also can anyone provide me with list or any websites,book,magazines,etc of foods that are needed to sucessfully start this diet.

Is it true that a vegan diet will cut your life expectancy in half? I was looking in the obituaries and I noticed one of my friends from high school died. I later found out the cause of death was veganism. I had heard where a vegan diet could reduce your life expectancy, but I never really thought it was that severe until now. I used to ivite him over for bar-b-q, but he would also say he doesn't like meat. If he would have just eat a little bar-b-q, he would be alive today.

How dangerous is a vegan diet? I was flabbergasted when I read this article online revealing some known truths about the dangers associated with a vegan diet. This article is living proof that you need animal products in your diet to be healthy. Check out the article and you will also be shocked. http://chetday.com/vegandietdangers.htm Chianti Man, good answer. I am so relieved to know there are still some sensible people out there. The number of people duped by these vegan cult diets is flabbergasting. nathan h and KitKat, I have reported you both. I am also going to forward your remarks to an internet watchdog group.

How do I start the raw vegan diet? I've ben doing research on the raw vegan diet (or lifestyle) for about 4 months now. I've decided that I want to try it out for the next two months,and though I have been researching it for a while I still haven't figured out how to start. Can somebody who has experience please help me out here?

Will a raw vegan diet help me too lose weight? I want to go on a raw vegan diet, but I'm worried it might make me fat. Is there such a thing as too much fruit? Will too many fruits make me fat due to the high sugars found in fruits?

Can I mow my lawn if I have a vegan diet? I am becoming very conscious of my vegan diet. I read a scientific study that said that grass actually has feelings and is stressed when it is cut. If I am a vegan can I mow my lawn in good conscious? I may not be murdering the precious blades of grass but I would be torturing hundreds of thousands of my new green friends. What do I do? There is a town ordinance that will fine me if I don't cut my grass. Is it morally right for city hall to demand that I torture my grass? What would a good vegan do?

Help me with a change of vegan diet? I'm so sick of my diet that consits of fruit, crackers, cereal, sweet bread, juice, bagels, cheese I need something better I do exercise I haven't gain any weight but I don't want to eat like this I haven't had a decent meal in a long time. I don't eat fast food or junk food. It would be nice to get a vegan meal plan one without milk products. Thank you very much. wow these are all good! thank you guys

Is it feasible to maintain a vegan diet while in Peace Corps? I'm considering Peace Corps upon graduation and was wondering if it's possible to maintain a vegan diet. I think that in the more urban assignments it would be possible, but what about the other assignments?

How to lose weight going from a raw vegan diet to a meat eating diet? I was recently put on a high protein- meat eating diet because of my Anemia. I am afraid I will be gaining weight since I had been a raw vegan for several months prior. I don't know how to control this fear; my entire day revolves around the calorie intake I take in now, and if it has fat, sugar, and what not. It's really frustrating. Can someone give me some healthy eating tips eating normal food? So I can still lose weight? How often should I eat? Thanks for the help!

Is vegan diet suitable for type A people like me? Because ever since I have gained my weight as a child, I often ate junk foods for a long time. I had gained much self-esteem problems in my life. How can I lose my unwanted weight? I know vegan diet is trending in Western world and I want to try the raw vegan diet that is recommended to these health-conscious people like me. Thanks for answering my question! God-speed and fighting!

Is it expensive to be vegan and eat a balanced diet? I'm a vegetarian and I'd like to switch to veganism, but I'm afraid a healthy vegan diet is expensive. Is it?

Is it possible to diet low carb and vegan at the same time? I have discovered dairy leads to acne, for me. No doubt about it. Now that I have eliminated dairy, I feel why not meat, and go for vegan? But then I have wound up eating too much rice and cereal. I already need to lose weight. How can a vegan diet help me to lose weight and not crave food?

Approximately how many calories are in an average non-whole food vegan diet? I'm vegan, I'm working on losing a little weight, burning approx. 4500 a week by cycling, and really I'm just too busy to count calories. I don't want to decrease my diet, but I will increase my exercise if neccessary.

How can I switch to a vegan diet? Here where I live, is very hard to find vegan food. How can I switch to a vegan diet without starving or losing any weight?

Do you believe that the all natural organic, vegan diet is the only way to go? When it comes to properly nourishing your children, I believe that an all natural, organic, vegan diet is the way to go. It provides the maximum nutrition without filling your body with toxins and preservatives. Do you believe that same?

Is it true that vegan diet causes your muscles to atrophy? I was reading a medical journal that said a vegan diet causes muscles to atrophy. It said the lack of complete proteins in a vegan diet causes muscles to waste away. Is this why vegans lack the muscle tone of someone who is eating a well balanced diet? andielep and Princess, I have reported you both.

When one's body is adjusting to a vegan diet, are there any noticeable negative side effects? About a month ago, I adopted a vegan diet. Before that, both meat and dairy were huge parts of my diet. I didnt have any easing in period, and just completely quit eating animals and animal products literally overnight. I figured I might have some short-term negative side effects from drastically changing my diet so quickly, but I haven't noticed a thing, good or bad. Is it normal for people to not experience any changes as I did?

How can I get enough calcium naturally with a vegan diet? I exercise a lot and I'm thinking about going vegan. I'm afraid I won't get enough calcium and proteins with this sort of diet... What should I eat?

What Is WELL Balanced Vegan Diet For A 13 Year Old Girl? I turned to into a vegan because i don't think its right to kill animals for our own need but anyways i would like to know what is a well balanced diet for a 13 year old girl. I hope to get good information thanks in advanced I would also like if you could give me some good recipes.

Your expericences, good or bad with your dog on a vegetarian/vegan diet? I am thinking about switching my cat & dog to a vegan diet. Please let me know your experiences with this, if you have done the same. This is not an invite to bash me for my freedom of choice. I am not asking for opinions, I am asking for experiences. I want to tell everyone thank you for all of your info, most of it was helpful.

Is it possible to be overweight on a vegan diet? Supposing you didn't have any genetic disorders or were on any medication which made you put weight on and you eating normal portions, is it possible to be overweight on a vegan diet?

What is a good and healthy daily vegan diet? For a science project, I must pretend to be a dietitian and give a healthy diet schedule of about 3 days (breakfast, lunch supper and snacks). I don't know tons of stuff about being vegan, just the main ideas. Do any of you vegans have an example of a healthy daily vegan diet that you may go through everyday? Any info helps. thanks :]

How do you deal with people you are dating in regards to the vegan diet? I have got my b/f to switch to the vegan diet and he is doing well. His hair is growing back thicker (in my opinion it is). However, one of the changes he does not like is the digestion issues. I informed him that the digestion issues are just temporary, but it does embarass him. I told him when we are together that he doesn't have to hold them in. I know how uncomfortable that can be. I told him just let them out because it is natural, but I guess we haven't been dating long enough for him to feel comfortable doing that around me. Any suggestions? Be careful what you wish for. My b/f just unleashed the beast from his body cavity and now I am regretting telling him to feel free to do that in front of me. I have opened a window and turned on a fan and I have lit an incense and my eyes are still watering.

Can a vegan diet help you lose weight? I've been a vegan for about a week now, so I haven't had time for a lot of results. But are there any medical statistics out there that suggest that a vegan diet can help you lose weight? Thanks, and BTW I am eating as much protein as I can get my hands on.

Can a Vegan Diet help with Depression? I've suffered with depression most my life and no combination of pills has ever really alleviated my depression. I've always wanted to become vegan for health and ethical reasons and have decided to take the jump. Has anyone noticed an increased mood or more balanced hormones (less pms) from a vegan diet? Danielle, not sure where you studied neroscience, but food has been proven to effect brain chemistry. Do a simple search on food and mood and see how many scientific references you come up with.

Is there a new media consciousness about Vegan diet? On television in the past week, Dr. Oz and Ellen have unabashed experts who recommended a total vegan diet (avoiding milk and meat completely). I've never seen this before on mass media in the USA. Is this a new trend? The research of Dr. T. Colin Campbell has largely been ignored by the media.

Is it possible to lose a large amount of body fat on a vegan diet? I would like to drop around 60lbs ona vegan diet, while doing a 6day a week weight training routine, chest,tris,back,bis,shoulders, legs. But i'm probably around 30% body fat. I have high blood pressure and i'm 24, so i wanna go on a vegan diet/no meat/dairy, cause it's low sodium. So is it possible to lose that kinda body fat on a vegan diet?

Your expericences, good or bad with your cat on a vegetarian/vegan diet? I am thinking about switching my cat & dog to a vegan diet. Please let me know your experiences with this, if you have done the same. This is not an invite to bash me for my freedom of choice. I am not asking for opinions, I am asking for experiences. Thank you KinseyAnne. JC, you were helpful, too.

Is there a new media consciousness about Vegan diet? On television in the past week, Dr. Oz and Ellen have unabashed experts who recommended a total vegan diet (avoiding milk and meat completely). I've never seen this before on mass media in the USA. Is this a new trend? The research of Dr. T. Colin Campbell has largely been ignored by the media.

Are there any longterm affects with becoming a vegan? Also is a vegetarian diet cheaper? I want to know if a vegan diet is better than a vegetarian diet. Also which one is cheaper and how will the affect me?

How long will it take me to be 105 pounds on a vegan diet with 30 min of daily exercise being 160 ibs and 5'3? Okay I just started the raw vegan diet. Plus Im working out atleast 30 min a day. I am 5'3 and 160 pounds. How long do you think it will take for me to be 105 pounds?

Is it OK to drink beer while following a Vegan diet? I enjoy having a beer here and there. I'm also in the infancy for becoming a vegan. Is drinking beer ok while on the vegan diet?

Is it unethical to feed a dog a vegan diet? I know dogs are omnivores, can they get all their nutrition from a vegan diet?

Can a vegan/vegetarian diet help with recurring gastroenteritis? I've been diagnosed with gastroenteritis 4 times this year and I'm starting to wonder if I has anything to do with my diet. I'm out and about a lot so I don't have time to cook at home for myself. Could a vegetarian or vegan diet help correct this?

how to make sure you get all your nutrients in a Vegan diet? hi,I've followed a vegan diet from 2/04 to September when I added fish for a few months,but have since gone back to a vegan diet.The problem was I wasn't getting some of my nutrients, and I was running low on a number of them.I personally didn't really want to add the fish, but I did it because that's what the doctors suggested, but I get nauseous when I eat the fish and I want to back to the vegan diet, and I want to make sure I get all my nutrients. I've always eaten a near vegan diet, and went to a vegan diet in 2004.For me it's more for health reasons.I don't see meat-eating as being very healthy. BUt I'm not sure about fish. I'm not seeking to get into the issue of whether it is wrong to eat meat on this question, I'm just dealing with the nutrients here. I will open up another question about the other issue. My protein and various vitamins have tested low several times before I added the fish. I've probably already done the basics. thank yall for the pointers for the books, I'll get them.. I think what the doctor was going to have me do was try to get me to a nutritionist, but none of the dieticians around here understand the vegan diet. They all want me to drink milk - yuk, never again. I really don't like eating any kind of meat or dairy thanks so much for your answers and kindness. Sometimes it is hard to tell what you are missing without blood tests.

What is your opinion on a vegetarian or vegan diet? Do you feel that it is healthy or unhealthy? Wrong or Right? Any thoughts welcomed as long as you back them up with some reasonable information. FYI Vegan(as a diet)- a person who consumes no animal products. no meat, eggs, dairy.

Tried a vegan diet and stopped eating meat for a couple days and started to feel sick,ate meat and felt better I'm seeing a licensed dietitian and she helped me out with a vegan diet. I tried it for a couple days and started getting headaches and felling really lousy. I eat good plant sources of protein and make sure I have a source of vitamin C to help absorb the iron. What am I doing wrong? Is it my body?

What is the most important thing to have in a Vegan diet? I am becoming a Vegan, and I have done a lot of research. Fruits and Veggies seem to be the ideal thing, however you need beans and soy for protein. Is having too many beans or soy products a bad idea? What is a healthy Vegan diet? What should I watch out for? What shouldn't I have a lot of? What is something to always have on hand? I know its a lot...but thanks everyone!!!!

Would the average athlete be better off if he/she ate a vegan diet prepared by a nutrition expert? Do athletes perform better on carefully managed vegan diets, or a diet that is recommended by The United States Government? (FDA & MyPyramid.org) Best Answer will have reputable source(s) attached.

how much money per month would it cost for one person to be on a vegan diet? i'm thinking of becoming a vegan, but i'd have to buy my own food. about how much money per month would it cost for one person to be on a vegan diet? if you could give me your guesstimate of the price on both the lower and higher ends. thanks.

what is 'gluten-free' and what is its relevance to a vegan diet? im thinking that this is in referance to wheat gluten? am i totally wrong on that? but if thats right, i have no idea why wheat would be something to hold out of a vegan diet? i just dont understand... any answers from anyone???

Should Vegans only keep dogs when the dogs can be kept on a Vegan diet? This came up in a past question, Someone said that a Vegan should feed their dogs vegan food if they are true Vegans. What do you think? Personally I think it's more complex then that. Dog's do fine on a Vegan diet, barring any previous health problems (there is plenty of research on this subject, look it up, I don't want this to become a discustion about dog nutrition.) but if for some reason the dog cannot eat a Vegan diet I think the human Vegan should not get rid of the dog. While I think it's regretable to feed the dog meat, you are better off giving the dog a good home and supporting the meat industry a bit, then to kick out the dog. Everyone also should understand that we don't have a problem with the dog eating meat exsactly. We have a problem with supporting the meat idsustry. Thoughts?