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Any Vegetarians here?

Nadine — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 16:39:09 GMT

I did read some of the Plant Based News thread but it seemed to be vegan. I was vegetarian about 15 years ago but gained weight. I don't want to do that again so I'm trying to decide how to go forward with this.I know there are some supplements that are needed when you are vegetarian also. Any encouragement to go forward with this would be much appreciated.

Re: Any Vegetarians here?

dex — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 16:44:49 GMT

There are a lot of people who discuss this in wellness I think.You could try posting there.I am surprised that you gained weight as they are usually thin and eat quite a bit.Do you exercise?

Re: Any Vegetarians here?

dex — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 16:46:42 GMT

Try typing in plant based diets in the community search bar..lots of talk comes up

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Fiero Woman — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 16:48:51 GMT

My daughter is a vegetarian for over 10 years now. I often cook for her when I visit. I am slowly moving that way. Eat 95% vegetarian but when trapped eating out, I go for chicken. I am lucky to live on the Space Coast in Florida and buy fish/seafood directly from the boat. I could never be vegan but like I said for everyday life, I do vegetarian.

Re: Any Vegetarians here?

Fiero Woman — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 16:50:49 GMT

I find it extremely easy; but I guess cooking for my daughter for so many years makes it so. I also haunt farmers markets for fresh everything and do try and raise what I can.

Re: Any Vegetarians here?

Nadine — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 17:12:09 GMT

Whatnow I think this is in the Wellness forum. Had to check to make sure, lol

Thanks for the replies, I'll do a searh for more info

Re: Any Vegetarians here?

phoenixbrd — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 20:47:42 GMT

@Nadine I'm vegan. Doesn't surprise me that you gained weight as a vegetarian...dairy is not only harmful but fattening. (Also, you can be unhealthy if you are including oil and processed foods, as well as dairy.) Food is my medicine and is an integral part of my lifestyle. No, I don't need any additional supplements as my diet gives me more than I need. I do take a B12 because, after researching, I found that it is best for all of us to supplement with this vitamin. If you google, you can find overwhelming amounts of information. Eat fresh whole foods...unprocessed and it makes me happy, healthy, and weight issues get resolved. I love living this lifestyle, so many benefits. Wishing you the best of health!

Re: Any Vegetarians here?

lolakimono — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 17:15:49 GMT

@Nadine

What were you eating throughout a typical week when you were a vegetarian?

Re: Any Vegetarians here?

Nadine — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 17:16:57 GMT

Thanks Phoenixbrd . Thinking back I did alot of recipes with cheese, didn't think about dairy causing weightgain.

Re: Any Vegetarians here?

sidsmom — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 17:17:32 GMT

Funny...don’t hear the term ‘vegetarian’ marketed much anymore.

We know too much today about the ethical/health aspects

for vegetarian to be a selling point.

Re: Any Vegetarians here?

Nadine — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 17:17:42 GMT

It's been so many years ago I don't remember what all we were eating

Re: Any Vegetarians here?

Nadine — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 17:19:10 GMT

sidsmon, not sure what you mean. Are you saying that other terms sell the lifestyle better?

Re: Any Vegetarians here?

Caligurll — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 17:29:54 GMT

I was vegetarian for over 20 years before going whole food plant based 3 years ago. I struggled with my weight as a vegetarian because I ate so much cheese, ice cream, and other fat-filled foods. Being plant based has ended my weight struggle. I'm at my ideal weight now, and if anything have to watch out that I don't lose too much weight; a problem I never thought I'd have!

I would say, as a start, if you want to lose weight on a vegetarian diet to really restrict dairy products. They were really addictive for me, primarily cheese in my case. The only supplement I take is B-12.

Good luck to you!

Re: Any Vegetarians here?

QueenDanceALot — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 17:35:27 GMT

I will echo some other posters,

Ditch the Dairy!

Makes a huge difference!

Re: Any Vegetarians here?

Sookie Says — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 17:37:05 GMT

@phoenixbrd wrote:
@Nadine I'm vegan. Doesn't surprise me that you gained weight as a vegetarian...dairy is not only harmful but fattening. (Also, you can be unhealthy if you are including oil and processed foods, as well as dairy.) Food is my medicine and is an integral part of my lifestyle. No, I don't need any additional supplements as my diet gives me more than I need. I do take a B12 because, after researching, I found that it is best for all of us to supplement with this vitamin. If you google, you can find overwhelming amounts of information. Eat fresh whole foods...unprocessed and you will be happy, healthy, and weight will be a nonevent. I love living this lifestyle, so many benefits. Wishing you the best of health!

@phoenixbrd I am vegan too. Finally, I met another vegan, Yippie! I love living this style of life myself & my weight is great. I have been vegan for quite some time now, due to my love for animals. Enjoy your vegan life & have a great day! PS: I do have one addiction: Avocados, LOL, I eat them like crazy.

Re: Any Vegetarians here?

phoenixbrd — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 17:44:45 GMT

@Sookie Says Yes, this lifestyle is the best! I just returned from a four day workshop with Will Tuttle The World Peace Diet. It was an amazing experience being with like minds for four days....such good energy! Yes, most of my life (a few years vegetarian), I've been vegan. Avocados are right up there with cherries and mangos! So happy to live this abundant fulfilling lifestyle!

Re: Any Vegetarians here?

phoenixbrd — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 17:56:47 GMT

@Caligurll @Nadine

Cheese contains casomorphines...yes,.it is addictive. Cheese was the most challenging food to give up when transitioning. Now I don't desire at all, especially from an ethical choice.

@Caligurll wrote:
I was vegetarian for over 20 years before going whole food plant based 3 years ago. I struggled with my weight as a vegetarian because I ate so much cheese, ice cream, and other fat-filled foods. Being plant based has ended my weight struggle. I'm at my ideal weight now, and if anything have to watch out that I don't lose too much weight; a problem I never thought I'd have!

I would say, as a start, if you want to lose weight on a vegetarian diet to really restrict dairy products. They were really addictive for me, primarily cheese in my case. The only supplement I take is B-12.

Good luck to you!

Re: Any Vegetarians here?

Caligurll — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 18:17:16 GMT

@phoenixbrd wrote:
@Caligurll @Nadine

Cheese contains casomorphines...yes,.it is addictive. Cheese was the most challenging food to give up when transitioning. Now I don't desire at all, especially from an ethical choice.

@Caligurll wrote:
I was vegetarian for over 20 years before going whole food plant based 3 years ago. I struggled with my weight as a vegetarian because I ate so much cheese, ice cream, and other fat-filled foods. Being plant based has ended my weight struggle. I'm at my ideal weight now, and if anything have to watch out that I don't lose too much weight; a problem I never thought I'd have!

I would say, as a start, if you want to lose weight on a vegetarian diet to really restrict dairy products. They were really addictive for me, primarily cheese in my case. The only supplement I take is B-12.

Good luck to you!

@phoenixbrdI feel the same way about it now too. Now when I see cheese, especially on tv ads, it is just gross to me. It really pointed out for me how addicted I was at the time. My decision to go plant based was also for ethical reasons, but after educating myself on the benefits of being plant based my reasons are almost equally health related now.

Re: Any Vegetarians here?

Caligurll — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 18:25:12 GMT

@Sookie Says wrote:
@phoenixbrd wrote:
@Nadine I'm vegan. Doesn't surprise me that you gained weight as a vegetarian...dairy is not only harmful but fattening. (Also, you can be unhealthy if you are including oil and processed foods, as well as dairy.) Food is my medicine and is an integral part of my lifestyle. No, I don't need any additional supplements as my diet gives me more than I need. I do take a B12 because, after researching, I found that it is best for all of us to supplement with this vitamin. If you google, you can find overwhelming amounts of information. Eat fresh whole foods...unprocessed and you will be happy, healthy, and weight will be a nonevent. I love living this lifestyle, so many benefits. Wishing you the best of health!
@phoenixbrd I am vegan too. Finally, I met another vegan, Yippie! I love living this style of life myself & my weight is great. I have been vegan for quite some time now, due to my love for animals. Enjoy your vegan life & have a great day! PS: I do have one addiction: Avocados, LOL, I eat them like crazy.

@Sookie SaysI'm with you about the avocados! I always have them in my kitchen. I love them with potatoes.

Re: Any Vegetarians here?

Sookie Says — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 18:35:33 GMT

@Caligurll wrote:
@Sookie Says wrote:
@phoenixbrd wrote:
@Nadine I'm vegan. Doesn't surprise me that you gained weight as a vegetarian...dairy is not only harmful but fattening. (Also, you can be unhealthy if you are including oil and processed foods, as well as dairy.) Food is my medicine and is an integral part of my lifestyle. No, I don't need any additional supplements as my diet gives me more than I need. I do take a B12 because, after researching, I found that it is best for all of us to supplement with this vitamin. If you google, you can find overwhelming amounts of information. Eat fresh whole foods...unprocessed and you will be happy, healthy, and weight will be a nonevent. I love living this lifestyle, so many benefits. Wishing you the best of health!
@phoenixbrd I am vegan too. Finally, I met another vegan, Yippie! I love living this style of life myself & my weight is great. I have been vegan for quite some time now, due to my love for animals. Enjoy your vegan life & have a great day! PS: I do have one addiction: Avocados, LOL, I eat them like crazy.
@Sookie SaysI'm with you about the avocados! I always have them in my kitchen. I love them with potatoes.

@Caligurll And not only do they taste so good, but they are just as good for our skin!