How to Transition to a Vegan Diet

I know not everyone is a vegan. Most of us are meat-eaters and some of us are vegetarians. Transitioning from a meat-based diet to a vegan can be extreme. So this post will be educational and informative, if you decide to make a new diet change. It is your decision to apply what you'll learn from this post. However, if you don't want to change your diet, then feel free to read this post for educational purposes. The irony is that I am a semi-vegetarian, but writing a post on how to transition to a vegan diet. Obviously I am interested in the vegan lifestyle, but not ready to go all out into this lifestyle yet.

Being vegan is a lifestyle change, which means you probably would be eating lots of fruits, vegetables, beans, vegan-based snacks, etc for the remainder of your life. In addition to what you will eat, you might be conscious of what products you buy, use, or even wear.

The tough part of being a vegan is the detoxification process. You will probably develop withdrawal symptoms for your favorite food. Sometimes the detoxification process might not be as bad you might expect it to be. Another tough part of living a vegan lifestyle is the social pressure from friends and family. What if you want to spend time with your family on July 4th, but it's a barbecue event? What if your family serves you yogurt? Well you should stand up for your beliefs, but also compromise and collaborate with each other. There are vegan patties made from beans or even mushrooms, and use vegan whole wheat buns. You can also eat yogurt that is composed of coconut milk, in which you can purchase from the store! It is going to be tough, but I hope you can find common ground with your family and friends.



Keep in mind, you should be gentle on yourself as well. Being mean to yourself for cheating a meal is negative energy. What's the point of feeling stress out over food. There is always next time.

You should also know why you're becoming vegan. Is it because you want to be healthier? Are you against animal cruelty? Do you want to support the environment? You need to know your purpose and that can help motivate you to continue living a vegan lifestyle.

Also be sure to consume enough calories. It would defeat the purpose if you consume too little calories because that is unhealthy for your body. Consuming too much of a vegan diet is bad as well. Too much of a good thing is bad because you might gain weight. So balance is the key. It helps to measure your calories consumed to make sure you're getting enough calories.

Next, make sure to get all your essential nutrients. Eat a variety of food and research vegan recipes from high authority vegans. It is important to learn and acquire wisdom for vegans who have been through the ups and downs. So you can join a support group or even a forum regarding living a vegan lifestyle.

Lastly, talk with a doctor if you are concern with your health. You might get a lab test to make sure you have enough nutrients(Iron, Vitamin B-12) or not. Exercising is also a great activity.

So in a nutshell, know your purpose to become a Vegan. Find common ground in social activities regarding food. Maintain your stress level, exercise, consume enough calories, join support group, and talk with a doctor if you have any concerns with your health. Good luck.