Vegetarian & Vegan - September 2007

I was curious as to how vegetarians/vegans view people who raise their own animals in a more old-fashioned, natural way (i.e., organic) and thus eat meat that comes from an animal that has been treated humanely and had a normal, happy life. Do you feel that it is a better method of consuming meat/animal products than if it is from a factory farm? I ask this because I used to raise my own chickens (both laying hens and fryers), and I have also raised beef, and hogs. All roamed large areas of pasture and/or farmland (USDA certified organic, no less), were fed properly, and killed humanely/quickly. I felt that I had a deeper connection with where my food was coming from (I also grew all my own veggies), and had a deeper respect for the sacrifice the animal made so that I could eat. Does that make any difference to you (as in, is it morally better), or is it all one in the same?

2007-09-17 14:02:39 · 11 answers · asked by das_teufel_katze 1

I'm not Vegan myself, but one of my friends is. It's her birthday on Thursday and we have a night class together. I'd like to make a cake, but then I remembered that she was vegan. Any suggestions/recipes? Thanks!

2007-09-17 13:43:49 · 8 answers · asked by justpeachee22 5

Mine are:

Them: Where do you get your protein?
Me: Many things, including beans, nuts, soy and fortified foods have protein in them. I get more than enough.

Them: I thought vegans were all sickly thin, how come you're not?
Me: Being a vegan does not have to mean less calories. Calories in + exercise = calories burned. It's as simple as that.

Them:What do you eat then?
Me: Everything you do, but without the animal products. In fact, my diet is probably more varied than yours since I tried to incorporate a lot of exotic foods.

Them: Why don't you eat meat?
Me: I don't like it for any reason.
Them: Oh, so it's not for ethical reasons?
Me: Not exactly
Them: Well, that's ok then (as if it weren't ok if it were for ethical reasons).

2007-09-17 11:08:38 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

I'm a Vegetarian.

I know that it is essential for me to get my Vitamin B12 WITHOUT taking daily weekly or monthly supplements. (NO PILLS WHATSOEVER!).
But, How?

Please, No answers like Vitamin Water, Or any kinf of fruit juice. -_-

(Specific answers on fruits or vegetables, and things of that nature are greatly appreciated)

Peace and Love ! <3

2007-09-17 09:32:44 · 17 answers · asked by pj! 3

In my humble opinion, this demonstrates a blinkered and unscientific world view. It is not our place to decide whether animals have a purpose or not. Animals exist, and that's that. The same goes for plants, rocks, and everything else. Looking for a reason for their existence is akin to a dog chasing its tail. A useless, irrelevant pursuit.

I eat plants because my body needs them. I don't see plants as being put on here for us to eat. The same would go for animals if I needed to eat them but we don't need to eat them.

2007-09-17 08:29:50 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

I want to become vegan for my health. Its kinda scary and seems so extreme. Currently, I don't eat any red meat, cheese or milk. I don't eat food containing white sugar or white flour. I haven't for years. I do love fesh fish and seafood, but I don't want to be blamed for delpleting the wild fish stocks. I only eat wild caught seafood.
Any suggestions on how to start? Any great receipe books or web sites? Do you think it is a wise idea?
Any help is greatly appreciated.
By the way please help save the manatees.

2007-09-17 07:53:35 · 12 answers · asked by jpearl28 2

Nurturing is a female instinct.

2007-09-17 06:24:19 · 16 answers · asked by Love #me#, Hate #me# 6

2007-09-17 02:36:50 · 13 answers · asked by Knome Lover 4

2007-09-17 02:23:09 · 2 answers · asked by Shizuka M 2

i am not part of peta or anything like that (except SSVE). i understand that some of the extremists are annoying but not all peta members are like that, alot of them just like to give money to support a good cause, why does peta hae such a negative image?

i have heard about the rumors about them killing animals, but i tend not to believe things with out proof.

also, no People Eating Tasty Animals jokes, they're getting boring

2007-09-16 22:04:35 · 15 answers · asked by Kruger, Freddy Kruger 6

I saw this on the main answers page:

http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20070829091043AA8CVJb&r=wEJFyD3bpPmOeos7BmMCx6UR1Dh4ZetuquOIC_ytjMD4k2J1L9m7caHh.0Q--&paid=delete_comment#openions

Read the best answer - she says to feed a toddler things like corn dogs, pre-made sloppy joes and she suggests fruit roll ups and fruit parfait as a fruit source. Whatever happened to applesauce or bananas? I wonder what that child will look like in a few years. Some of the other answers weren't any better. I can't believe people feed their kids like this and then some of the same people pitch a fit about vegetarian and vegan children.

2007-09-16 19:32:30 · 30 answers · asked by Anonymous

Why can't we just drink liquids and be happy with that. What makes us crave actual food that requires chewing?

I am grossed out by the idea of carrying around 15 pounds of feces in my body. I would like to survive on juice alone so I would have nasty sludge being stored in my body. I feel the sludge comes out in our pores and this is what causes body odor. I think someone drinking just juices would not have body odor.

2007-09-16 18:23:24 · 27 answers · asked by Anonymous

This is a very serious question and I would like to receive some well thought out responses. Do you really think, and be totally honest, do you really think animals will be totally liberated.

If so, do you think it will be by the year 2050, do you think that is even possible or no?

I have a dream and that dream is to live long enough to see animals totally liberated.

2007-09-16 18:16:26 · 41 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am vegetarian going on vegan and I'm allergic to soy. Is there a soy free vegan mayonnaise? I'm trying to make homemade ranch dressing.

2007-09-16 18:15:44 · 14 answers · asked by Really Cool Person 2

Just curious: would vegetarians or vegans eat sea cucumbers?

How about sea urchin?

How about mushroom?

2007-09-16 16:27:12 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

like at school people like laugh at me cuz i am who here is a vegan thats gets made fun of. like poeple will alk by and be like im gonna have a bg juciy steak toning and im just thinking **** u in my myde well there just jealous cuz they no they could never become one right???

2007-09-16 15:22:16 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous

While looking at the ingredients on a product, will rennet be labeled 'rennet' or will it say 'enzymes' or something else?

2007-09-16 14:09:32 · 7 answers · asked by gills 3

i am a vegetarian not for religious reasons just because i don't like meat much. but i hate beans more, so do you think i should eat meat to get enough protein? is protein that important?

2007-09-16 13:46:00 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-09-16 13:43:42 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous

I'm looking for a company that might sell fake seafood meat, mostly for making sushi.

Help!

2007-09-16 13:10:29 · 4 answers · asked by Rachel Dreadful 2

I just made a large pot of vegetable soup, tasted it and something is missing.
I sauteed onions, celery, garlic and roasted red peppers and tomotoes in olive oil. Put them thru the food processor to puree and added them to my water to start the stock. I added leeks, green onions, sliced turnips, green beans, fresh dill, italian parsley, cilantro, oregano, sliced carrots, diced mushrooms, pureed tomatoes, and my usual seasonings. After simmering for an hour I tasted it and there is something missing that I can't put my finger on. Any suggestions?

2007-09-16 13:09:20 · 12 answers · asked by griffyn10941 5

what are some good tasting vegetarian meat alternatives? all the ones ive tried i dont like!

2007-09-16 11:49:11 · 7 answers · asked by N 2

I know vegans don't eat meat, eggs, dairy products or gelatin. But I made this list of foods that I'm not sure would be labeled vegan ot non-vegan:

- Waffles

- Pancakes

- Syrup

- Ranch Dressing

- Italian dressing

- Mustard, ketchup, and mayonnaise

- Regular Gravy

- Olive Oil

- Special K cereal

- Frosted Flakes Cereal

- Corn Bread

Just list the answers in order by the food.
Thanks!

2007-09-16 11:21:23 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

What national-chain restaraunts do you find serve the best vegetarian-friendly meals?

2007-09-16 10:47:41 · 5 answers · asked by jenhunter 2

2007-09-16 10:34:37 · 10 answers · asked by Sucre Noir 5

I'm thinking of becoming Vegan for the month of October. I already am Vegan so it's not that much of a big step really. Anyone who's done this have you found it hard? & Is soy food near to the taste of the original?
Thanks. X

2007-09-16 09:04:58 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

Hey! I'm cooking for 5 of my good guy friends and need a suggestion of what to make. Last time I cooked for them I made an asparagus risotto that they loved. None of them are vegetarians, so they probably won't appreciate anything with tofu or anything like that. Looking for something without TOO many ingredients and that won't cost me an arm and a leg to feed them. Thanks!

2007-09-16 08:48:30 · 10 answers · asked by padme912 2

Hey! I've been a vegetarian for four years but have never tried making recipes with tofu. Can you give me some good recipes to get started?

2007-09-16 08:41:48 · 8 answers · asked by padme912 2

I don't think any of my ffriends are willing to help so how can one person do it alone?

2007-09-16 07:52:38 · 16 answers · asked by Em 4

Gardenburger (flame grilled), or Boca Burgers (original)?

2007-09-16 06:32:30 · 12 answers · asked by amvonz105 2