What is a vegan diet
Someone who follows this diet doesn't eat animals and foods that come from animals. This includes dairy products such as eggs and cheese and also honey, for example.
However, what most people don't know, is that veganism is more than a diet, it is a lifestyle.
It's about adopting a different perception of the way we eat and live. Apart from food, there also also common products that might not be vegan. For example, tooth paste, deodorant, shampoo and much more. The principal reason why the products mentioned might not be vegan is the inclusion of Glycerin/ Glycerol. This component is usually derived from animal fats. Most times, if your shampoo or creams don't include a vegan logo, it means that they contain ingredients like this.
Why go vegan
The 3 most common reasons to go plant based are:
- To stop the exploitation and killing of animals
The most popular reason for going vegan is the desire to prevent a tremendous amount of
animal slaughter and suffering. Animals in farms live in the worst conditions and even if they are produced "organically", they are killed while still being healthy and young.
- To less contribute to pollution and other environmental damages
The reduction of meat and dairy consumption reduces air and water pollution. In addition, it cuts methane emissions that contribute to climate change.
Certain foods such as meat (especially red) and dairy are linked to colon cancer. Since vegans usually eat more vegetables and fruit and cut animal products, it is clearly a healthier option to adopt this diet.
However, to be a healthy vegan, there are several aspects to keep in mind and that's why this article will be helpful.
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How to become vegan
When changing a diet drastically, it is always important to get the supervision of an expert/ nutritionist.
However, if you want to take small steps at a time towards your goal and are able to make sure to do it correctly, there is no harm in doing so.
Become self-consciousness
Before starting your journey through the plant-based world, it is important to do your research. Know your purpose. Search how many calories you should eat per day (usually 2000 for women and 2500 for men). Ask yourself how much protein you should get (which is usually 0.8 x your body weight) and other relevant minerals/vitamins.
Find your sources
Depending on your personal preferences,
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