topic Re: IS THERE A DIET FORUM? in Wellness

IS THERE A DIET FORUM?

Shanus — Sat, 15 Jul 2017 12:19:37 GMT

I didn't know where to post this. No I'm not a vegan, but went w/ my friend to a vegan restaurant for dinner 2 nights ago. My gut has been jumpy ever since...assuming all the nuts and seeds, but have no sensitivities.

Curious since have only eaten vegan once, what primalky makes up this diet and where's the protein? No eggs, milk, cheese, etc...nothing from animals.

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VaBelle35 — Sat, 15 Jul 2017 12:34:26 GMT

Wellness is where people talk about diet.

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CinNC — Sat, 15 Jul 2017 14:28:14 GMT

Could you have been allergic to something? I can't eat clams or soy any longer as both make my stomach upset to the point where I vomit.

Unbenownst to me, my boyfriend bought some "I Can't Believe It's Not Butter" and I put some on corn on the cob and was so sick later on. It has soy in it.

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wagirl — Sat, 15 Jul 2017 14:37:10 GMT

shanus--there are many differet forms of veganism (?)---my son didn't eat anything with a face---his words---for prob 20 years. He did eat/drink dairy and eggs tho. He ate tofu and beans , which is a protein source as well as a texturized protein product, soy based, like Morningstar

Farms brand is made from. He was always very lean and always very hungry too. A couple years ago he just couldn't take always being hungry so he now eats seafood only no other meat. He stopped smoking, also, a few years ago and took up running, so really needs added protein now. I eat vegetarian alot and enjoy it altho I am a carnivore and eat meat protein often. If you think you would like to venture into this, lots of info online and go easy at first---too much change is too overwhelming. I'd start with one meal that is vegan/vegetarian first and work your way up. Very good for you but you still need protein in some fashion at every meal.

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wildcat fan — Sat, 15 Jul 2017 14:46:37 GMT

From what I understand, beans and legumes are major protein sources for many vegans.

I met a woman through our sons' sports team, and she looks amazing! She's the only vegan I've met and really chatted with about the diet. She now leads classes at the local YMCA about the vegan lifestyle and I've thought about attending. She's approaching 60 and her body looks like she's in her 20s. She gets plenty of exercise and I'm sure that's a big part of how she gets the results.

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x Hedge — Sat, 15 Jul 2017 18:31:36 GMT

@Shanus, it's likely you ate more fiber in that meal than your gut is used to dealing with all at once. Extra fluids will help that.
Wellness is the forum you want. Diets are discussed there.

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ECBG — Sun, 03 Sep 2017 00:30:53 GMT

I'd call my doctor. Leaving a problem ever for several days can cause bad problems.

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september — Sun, 03 Sep 2017 01:03:08 GMT

@x Hedge wrote:
@Shanus, it's likely you ate more fiber in that meal than your gut is used to dealing with all at once. Extra fluids will help that.
Wellness is the forum you want. Diets are discussed there.

This!

I would bet you ate more fiber than what you're used to. You need to ease into this more gradually. I'll never be a vegan, but many of my friends are, and they do eat more beans and other foods that my body would object to.

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sidsmom — Sun, 03 Sep 2017 01:54:39 GMT

@Shanus

You started the same thread back in July.

We had many good answers.

HTH

https://community.qvc.com/t5/Wellness/VEGAN-DIETS/m-p/3921092/highlight/true#M109211

Re: IS THERE A DIET FORUM?

Shanus — Sun, 03 Sep 2017 03:47:06 GMT

@sidsmom wrote:
@Shanus
You started the same thread back in July.
We had many good answers.
HTH

https://community.qvc.com/t5/Wellness/VEGAN-DIETS/m-p/3921092/highlight/true#M109211

Thanks @sidsmom. I'd forgotten that post and just read all the great answers. Lots of good info.

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hckynut — Sun, 03 Sep 2017 06:59:20 GMT

(thread title only)

Not to my knowledge.

hckynut(john)

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Sweet_Serenity — Sun, 03 Sep 2017 11:53:41 GMT

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sidsmom — Sun, 03 Sep 2017 13:01:06 GMT

@Shanus

I found this pic in my veg forums...it might help understand the

basic differences of what vegan is versus plant based.

I would add another column for whole food plant based no oil.

We have many in these forums eating in different stages of

vegan & plant based. We will try to answer any questions you may have..depending on the protocol the individual practices.

In regards to protein...I thought of this last season night.

Protein needs are a lot like the "DFW Gas Shortage of TH, Aug 31".

One person reads something on the internet or hears something

from their "best friend's cousin's friend who works with someone"

type of scenario & all of a sudden, gas is the most important thing.

Protein works the same way.

Ask all the people concerned about protein needs & they couldn't

tell you what it is or how much we need. And this is a strong topic even

within my whole foods plant based groups...who should know better!

Marketing has made Protein very, very powerful for no good reason.

Eating vegan is really easy. We have so many alternatives..very tasty alternatives..which replaces the original. Is it healthy? That's where the

differences begin. There are many 'accidential vegan' foods.....

potato chips, fries, Oreos, soft drinks...no one would consider these

healthy foods even in a SAD (Standard American Diet) mindset, but technically, they're vegan. That's why there are many unhealthy vegans.

Like I said, we have many here eating vegan/plant based.

If you have questions about anything, we're here...answers might be

a pinch different, but we'll do the best we can.

🌼💛

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Shanus — Sun, 03 Sep 2017 13:10:15 GMT

@sidsmom. I hope I did not offend anyone w/ my uneducated remarks on vegan diets.

That diet experience at the restaurant was a first for me. I do eat a healthy diet w/ few processed food. I do admit to being a traditional protein, veggie and salad person so the vegan menu initially was a shocker.

Now that I understand the basis of the diet, I may give the restaurant another try, but I honestly admit, I don't see it as a lifestyle changing diet for me.

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sidsmom — Sun, 03 Sep 2017 13:19:04 GMT

@Shanus wrote:
@sidsmom. I hope I did not offend anyone w/ my uneducated remarks on vegan diets.

That diet experience at the restaurant was a first for me. I do eat a healthy diet w/ few processed food. I do admit to being a traditional protein, veggie and salad person so the vegan menu initially was a shocker.

Now that I understand the basis of the diet, I may give the restaurant another try, but I honestly admit, I don't see it as a lifestyle changing diet for me.

Yes!

Vegan diet is easy...just don't eat animals or their by-products. 👍🌼