My reasons for this are simple. Yes, it’s better for the environment because it produces fewer greenhouse gas emissions than meat-based diets. Yes, Regardless of how they were raised, all animals farmed for food have the same fate: slaughter. For me it’s about wanting and NEEDING to feel better.
I have decided to try the 21 day Vegan Kickstart.
Each day during the Kickstart, they send you tips, recipes and suggestions for every meal. There are tons of options that you can make gluten free also. You get to pick and choose how many recipes you make each day or week—They recommend trying to cook a big batch and eating off of it for a few days. This will save you time and keep you eating healthy meals. I recently purchased a great cookbook called Gluten Free Vegan by Susan O’Brien. For those of you cooking for one, you might check out the book Vegan Cooking for One by Leah Leneman.
I have felt much better since adopting both the gluten free and IBS diet. The same goes for vegetarianism but I’m not quite there. I am hoping that the vegan diet (along with the others) will make me feel like a new person!! What are my other options? I’ve tried everything else, why not give this a go? I do love a challenge and boy is this a challenge!! (Oh, how I love yogurt and cheese!) This girl has been through a lot and always comes up swinging!! Bring it on!!
UPDATE as of October 17th....
I did the challenge and knocked it out of the park!! It was easier each day and by the end of it I didn't miss yogurt and cheese. Soy yogurt is like eating your own vomit so I'm going to steer clear of that!! I'm happy to report that I've been vegan for over 2 months and I feel like an entirely NEW person. My bloating, cramps, stomach aches, water retention and headaches have subsided. Why didn't I try this years ago?!
~ Did you have a similar experience? If anyone would like to share their advice or delicious vegan products I’d love the recommendations!!
