So the environmental devastation, heart attacks, animal cruelty and obesity associated with eating animal products has finally gotten to you. Or maybe you just can't get enough asparagus. Whatever the reason may be you are thinking you want to become a vegan. Before you jump on the bandwagon you should know that becoming a vegan is a huge lifestyle change and is one of the toughest forms of non-meat diets out there.
The good news with this diet is there is no calorie counting! Your food choices may be slim pickings, but you can eat as much of what you are allowed too as you want. Some of your choices include; organic fruits and veggies, nuts, whole grains and anything natural, for instance soy products- anything else? Forget about it.
Say goodbye to meat, dairy, eggs, sugar, soda and all those chemicals that you probably can't even pronounce.
For most people the diet would be require a lot of discipline and would seem next to impossible. Many individuals wonder why it is even worth it. The answer to your question is that although it may seem like most of the essential nutrients are altogether eliminated , a vegan diet is actually healthier than any alternative. Expect weight loss, lower cholesterol and blood pressure, more energy and better looks -without plastic surgery! Sounds good to me. The best thing about the diet is that you are saving an innocent creatures life and protecting the environment all at the same time. People who have made the change seem to feel like it is the best thing that has ever happened to them. Before you do anything drastic- consult with your doctor to see if this diet may work for you.
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