Is there anyone willing to help me go vegan?

Question

i've been a vegetarian for about 4 years and i think i'm ready to transition to vegan...but i need some support from someone experienced as i don't know anybody else who is even vegetarian. i'm mostly looking for good advice in terms of how to keep my body healthy with the right vitamins and nutrients with certain foods and good brands to buy from.. maybe some recipes or a basic meal plan to work from..anything like that. anything helpful...thanks!

Answer 1

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Answer 2

I NEED HELP TOO!!!!

my question is here if people wouldn't mind answering: http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;...

What I've found works best is to take these answers and also visit a nutritionist, that is what I did when I switched to a Vegetarian diet and I plan to do it when I make the switch to a vegan diet. It is important to know what your personal needs are, and someone like a nutritionist or your doctor can help you make good decisions.

Answer 3

i prefer a nice big juicy burger from five guys.

i think you shouldn't deprive your body of natural nutritions, but it is your choice i suppose.

Answer 4

It's great that you're interested in transitioning to a vegan diet!

A healthy vegan diet includes a variety of fruits, veggies, beans, nuts, and grains. You should ensure a reliable source of vitamin B12 by eating fortified foods (such as many soymilks) or taking a supplement.

Vegan foods that are high in protein, iron, and calcium:

http://www.tryveg.com/cfi/toc/?v=08sourc...

Optimal vegan nutrition:

http://www.goveg.com/optimal_vegan_nutri...

The vegan food groups, to help with meal planning:

http://www.pcrm.org/health/veginfo/vsk/f...

My favorite brands are:

Earth Balance Natural Buttery Spread

Organic So Delicious Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert

WholeSoy Creamy Cultured Soy Yogurt

Tofutti—Better Than Cream Cheese

Follow Your Heart—Vegan Gourmet Cheese Alternative

Nate's Meatless Meatballs

Gardenburger Meatless Riblets

Tofurky Deli Slices

Morningstar Farms Meal Starters Chik’n Strips

(All of these products are vegan. You can see other popular vegan products here: http://www.vegcooking.com/guide-favs.asp )

This site has some easy (and cheap) vegan meal ideas:

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

I don't really like to cook with recipes. I usually make vegan versions of my favorite non-veg foods. For instance:

Quesadillas or mac & cheese made with soy cheese

Subs made with Tofurky Deli Slices and Vegenaise mayo

Pasta with Nate's Meatless Meatballs

Good vegan recipe sites are:

http://www.chooseveg.com/vegan-recipes.a... (easier)

http://www.vegcooking.com/searchRecipes.... (more complicated)

I hope this helps. Good luck!!