Vegetarian & Vegan - September 2007

I see so many questions & answers from people who seem to think that those who follow a vegetarian lifestyle think that we belong to some elite club. Do they picture in their heads that we put on funny hats and head down to the community center every Thursday night for a members only meeting?

I got an email from a man who called me an "ELITEST" because I simply told him that the term "pesce-vegetarian" is an oxymoron and that vegetarians do not eat fish. He appeared to be upset that I did not think he should be in this so called club we all belong to.

Is there a club I don't know about? I know I don't belong to one. Why do some folks think there is one and get upset when they think they can't join because they are given an honest answer.

2007-09-06 01:27:54 · 16 answers · asked by KathyS 7

If so what is the difference?

2007-09-06 00:25:12 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous

and dont say "people eating tasty animals"

2007-09-06 00:23:26 · 6 answers · asked by Kruger, Freddy Kruger 6

Hi i'm also a vegetarian, i want to know

2007-09-05 23:16:38 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

I AM REALLY HUNGRY RIGHT NOW I WANT SOMTHING FLAVORFUL BUT YET HEALTHY.

2007-09-05 21:44:56 · 11 answers · asked by Migitstar 2

I seen some with Glucosamine in it and some with D3.

This website here: http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/specialdiets/vegetarian/index.html

Says that stuff is a no,no.

2007-09-05 20:34:26 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-09-05 19:27:58 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

What did you learn about yourself, about others, and about life?

2007-09-05 19:10:10 · 14 answers · asked by DaDar 2

A Review of Recent Scientific Papers Related to Vegetarianism

By Reed Mangels, PhD, RD, FADA
On the other hand, 58 percent of strict vegans and 34 percent of moderate vegans had a vitamin B12 deficiency, based on the concentration of vitamin B12 in their blood. They also had high concentrations of homocysteine, a substance that has been associated with an increased risk of heart disease. Elevated homocysteine can be caused by a vitamin B12 deficiency. The elevated homocysteine concentrations seen in these vegans may explain why death rates from heart disease tend to be higher in vegans than in lacto-ovo vegetarians. Vegans should strive for an adequate vitamin B12 intake, both to prevent vitamin B12 deficiency and to reduce risk of heart disease.

Waldmann A, Koschizke JW, Leitzmann C, Hahn A. 2005.
German vegan study: Diet, life-style factors, and cardiovascular risk profile. Ann Nutr Metab 49:366-72.

2007-09-05 16:22:35 · 15 answers · asked by traceilicious 3

My 6 year old daughter is allergic to all meat(except white fish)and has celiac disease(so no wheat products). anyone know of a recipe to make own vegan burger, so she can enjoy with family? Or of a store that sells? thx sandra

2007-09-05 15:51:50 · 4 answers · asked by Sandra M 1

I am going back to college tomorrow, and I just realized that I have absolutely nothing ready to eat for lunch. I want to bring something from home, because the cafeteria is way too risky, and I probably will wind up with a bag of chips and a plastic fork for lunch, lol. So what are some suggestions? I was thinking maybe a ziplock bag with some cornflakes and a peach. But idk really, any ideas are greatly appreciated!

2007-09-05 15:03:43 · 6 answers · asked by freepaidmoney 2

I love Noodles and Co.'s tofu, but I have NO idea how to make it! I've looked at recipes online, and I've tried TONS, but I can't get the texture like Noodle's and Co. has it. When I make it, its mushy (I use firm tofu), and Noodle's and Co. has it firmer (more rubbery.. I know it doesn't sound good to be rubbery, but that's the texture I'm looking for). Anyone have any ideas on how to make the tofu firmer when I put it in the frying pan??

2007-09-05 14:03:47 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-09-05 13:55:59 · 3 answers · asked by plantlover 1

Y'know since you don't get your protein and other nutrients from meat , where do you get it?

2007-09-05 13:30:20 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

I've never been the biggest meat eater unless I was craving iron or something, but its been getting progressivley less...I am just not interested. This would be fine for me, except that my husband is a carnivore...he is the meat and potatos guy without the potato part. I dont want to eat a bunch of stuff I dont want, but I do not want to force my husband to do the same...he was upset enough when I suggested one vegetarian meal a week! What can I do? I dont want to have to make two sets of meals, one for me one for him...and which of the two options would be healthier for my 9 month old son?

Oh, and while important, please do not hound me with the moral aspect...that is not the part of this dilemna i'm trying to deal with at the moment.

2007-09-05 13:11:46 · 11 answers · asked by khaozkitten 3

How do I become a vegiatarian? Do I just stop eating animals? Will I loose weight?

2007-09-05 12:24:49 · 10 answers · asked by kittycat 3

as protein, iron, and all the other important vitamins i can only get through meat,poultry, and fish?

I have protein shakes and a multi vitamin, but do you reccomend me being vegetarian? overall, is it the best and healthiest option?

2007-09-05 12:10:21 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

I wanna give up red meat because of the torturous and painful processes that cattle have to go through, but people say pollotarians are still hypocrites. Shouldn't I at least be getting some credit for giving up red meat and fish? I know it's not pure vegetarianism, but at least I'm trying.

2007-09-05 11:18:48 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous

well i have decided to become a vegetarian but my husband dousent.... so i was wondering if there is a way i can know when i am at a grocery market... if the animal was killed humanely....

2007-09-05 11:14:35 · 16 answers · asked by satines_destiny 1

2007-09-05 10:05:44 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

What makes some people want to eat nothing that has anything to do with animals? Something horrible that happened at a young age? Forced on to them by vegan parents? Scared of meat? What?

2007-09-05 09:53:28 · 18 answers · asked by hood_fool 1

That is to say wonton soup w/o meat. =] thanks.

How much different does it taste from regular wonton soup?

2007-09-05 09:28:46 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

spanx!

2007-09-05 08:55:59 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

Do you believe the potential benefit of a vegan diet in terms of climate impact could be very significant?

2007-09-05 08:45:17 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-09-05 07:30:01 · 17 answers · asked by tankww2 2

As stated before, I will soon be vegan (I've taken steps of cutting things out of my diet 1 by 1 because I take this very seriously as a lifelong commitment). I've also made the choice to never purchase the skin or fur of animals again. (And I haven't for over 2 years.)

I've got these really comfortable sandals that I've had for 6 years. The tops are leather. I believe that throwing them away would be wasteful and disrespectful to the animal that died for them, and I believe that in my care they could last decades. So I'm thinking of ways to reconcile them with my moral imperative, since a vegan wearing leather is pretty hypocritcal.

What if I carve the words "never again" into the front straps (quite visibly) so that I can use them as a discussion piece for what motivated my change? Would this be self-righteous? What if I don't preach about them, and simply reply "what do you think?" to anyone who asks, and then ask if they would like to learn more?

2007-09-05 07:23:17 · 9 answers · asked by Xander Crews 4

Have you ever noticed after eating corn on the cob or whole corn that the corn kernel always look the same as it did before it has been digested? I know I have and I'm searching for a logical answer.

2007-09-05 05:27:35 · 18 answers · asked by xXxChocolate 1

they shouldnt eat fish because fish is meat aint it? and how come some eat chicken?

2007-09-05 05:16:12 · 31 answers · asked by Gnasher 4

the one that works for me has to be tomato lentil and spinach...with a dash of chili :O)...

2007-09-05 01:39:00 · 70 answers · asked by Anonymous

How long have you been a vegetarian and why are you? Do you eat seafood and/or chicken or are you a straight vegetarian?

2007-09-05 01:32:02 · 10 answers · asked by jovet218 3