Diet...? Vegetarian Vegan?

Question

I'm vegetarian, but would like to become vegan.

I was going to start by using soya milk, but my Dad won't buy it because he buys ordinary milk. As well as, a low fat version of milk for my Mum. Where could I start?

Also, have you got any tips on making the transition??

Answer 1

Until you have money to buy your own food, you will simply have to deal with what your parents purchase.  However, it isn't necessary to have soya milk (or any soy convenience foods) to be vegan.  Most vegans who make it past the transition period rely heavily on produce, grains, beans, peas and lentils.  You just need to learn to cook- which would probably impress your parents.

Answer 2

That's too bad your dad isn't willing to buy soy milk. Maybe you could offer to pay for it?  

This site has a list of cheap vegan meal ideas:

http://www.tryveg.com/cfi/toc/?v=07budge...

It is possible to be vegan without using the dairy and meat alternatives.

As for transition tips, I'd just go at your own pace... don't worry if some ingredient you've never heard of is vegan, just try to avoid eggs and dairy. If you go out to eat, try some ethnic restaurants like Mexican, Indian, and Middle Eastern... they have lots of options. Good luck!

Answer 3

As a raw food vegan you do not have to drink milk. Soy or regular so tell you dad that you don't need it and you will be fine without it.

If you are eating all the right fruits, vegetables and nuts you are fine you don't need soy milk.  Soy milk is nothing more but the soy bean with vitamins added.

Answer 4

I had to make the transition..I went to rice milk and then tryed almond and soy, I dont know if you have access to money yourself to buy your own...here is a place you can learn more about vegan and what you can use to substitute certain things

peaceful-organic-planet dot com/recipes.html