Thread: Former vegans who went back to lacto-ovo vegetarianism

Quote: Originally Posted by rockindancer86 Just want to say Indian, Japanese, Thai, and Mexican (to name a few) often have lots of vegan options. You just have to check about lard in Mexican food, ghee in Indian food, and fish stuff in Thai or Japanese. Just a quick, "does this have ___?" can solve that! Animal broth is the # 1 offender (not in Indian food though), I've found. It's in everything. Boo! Agree with...

Quote: Originally Posted by stanie Youve completely missed the point. Being vegan is not about whats right for YOU, its about whats right for animals. Well that's why I'm not vegan- I'm putting myself before the animals, oh dear. Feel free to insult me as much as you want, it won't make me go vegan (these comments I'm getting are putting me off more than anything). danakscully- Thanks for all the info and links, will...

Quote: Originally Posted by rockindancer86 Eww, I never thought of that... makes perfect sense, though. And I don't think they sell that soymilk here. I'll keep an eye out, though. It's pretty famous. Check out the website. Def. no dairy in them!   Kiseki View Public Profile Find More Posts by Kiseki

Quote: Originally Posted by penny79 I assume people only say "convenience" is a factor for processed/cooked items? Cuz I can't think of something more convenient than produce! Just wondering. Produce alone isn't enough if you're several hours from home and don't even have a car to search out a Taco Bell.

Quote: Originally Posted by Kellye I was think more square as in "balanced" meal. I think it's probably best to get a good mix of carbs and protein in a "meal" to feel satisfied with it. Man cannot live on apples alone. But I understand your position. I actually made a point to eat fruit and mixed nuts for breakfast instead of a greasy egg-and-cheese sandwich from a drive-through, and I felt much...

Quote: Originally Posted by penny79 I'm always amazed at how many different kinds of bread and bread companies there are! It almost overwhelms the meat/fleshy section. Well, that and potato/snack chips. At least here in the US. When people go to other countries, do stores there have such large sections of bread aisles? Oops, I'm derailing thread with questions....sorry!! Definately NOT that large here in Australia. There's a...

Quote: Originally Posted by Jemdude I agree, although not every vegan takes things that far. According to some vegans that I have talked to, some will take medication with animal products in them if they need it for medical necessity. Yuppers... I know one who takes meds for a medical condition thats very serious and they dont give it a second though....cause its a no brainer...they have no choice. __________________ Peace, LOve, Roses and...

Quote: Originally Posted by Kiseki Yes, but in this case the poster has ED issues. I love animals too, but I am not willing to put their lives before mine. I agree, although not every vegan takes things that far. According to some vegans that I have talked to, some will take medication with animal products in them if they need it for medical necessity. __________________ Awsome Movie! - Six: The Mark Unleashed (Part 1 of 11)...

Just want to say Indian, Japanese, Thai, and Mexican (to name a few) often have lots of vegan options. You just have to check about lard in Mexican food, ghee in Indian food, and fish stuff in Thai or Japanese. Just a quick, "does this have ___?" can solve that!

Quote: Originally Posted by Kellye I was vegan a few months back, but switched to lacto-ovo when I eat outside of the house. I keep a vegan kitchen, though I am not adamant about checking labels for milk/dairy products. Mostly I just use faux dairy and eggs at home and splurge on the real deal in public. I buy vegan products for my home kitchen whenever possible. Why'd I switch back to LO? a) Love cheese, and b) it's more...