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Veganism

So not only are there benefits of becoming vegan for your health, but also for the earth. Everyone has there reasons for becoming vegan, mine was mainly health reasons, but also because I knew I was contributing to less waste and animals being slaughtered . So here are some informational facts on the environmental benefits of going vegan.

Going vegan stops the deforestation, soil degradation, and greenhouse gas emissions associated with meat production, helping to slow climate change and secure our global food supply.

People who follow a plant-based diet account for 75 percent less in greenhouse gas emissions than those who eat more than 3.5 ounces of meat a day, and a vegan diet also results in significantly less harm to land, water and biodiversity

Ultimately, becoming vegan has made me more aware of global issues going on such as climate change and wildlife. I have become more grateful for food and our environment, and only buying organic and local foods helping improve our carbon footprint.

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Becoming a new vegan!

When I became vegan, I didn't know where to start or what to expect. So hopefully these tips will help you as you transition into becoming vegan.

First , you should start taking supplements like B12 and omega-3 fatty acids so your body gets all the nutrients it needs, it is very important to be aware of your well being, and most of all listening to your body.

Second, expect to be having gas the first few weeks as your body is getting used to your dietary changes, and your hair might start thinning. Remember everyone is different, and it depends on your body and what you are eating.

Third, Look up recipes or meal prep to make it easier and to teach yourself and explore what sort of foods you enjoy eating and just have fun with it, this is a time for you to explore what you like and learn more about foods!

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Intro Post

Not until a few years ago, I didn't pay much attention to what I was eating or the quality of the food, until I watched documentaries of how animal food isn't actually the best option. It really opened my eyes to the type of food I was eating and the side effects that came with it. I became vegan and gluten-free, cutting out foods little by little, as I eat healthier and became more aware of my eating habits I felt so much better, my skin cleared up, I had a lot more energy, I didn't feel bloated all the time, and I knew I was making a difference by eating plant-based. My goal is to make people more aware of what they are eating, and hopefully persuade people to try going vegan.

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Vegan Fun Facts!

Every vegan saves 100-200 animals per pear, saving animals from being abused and slaughtered.

Becoming vegan speeds up your metabolism, making it easier to loose weight which is always a bonus!

Vegans tend to have lower rates of cancer than meat-eaters and vegetarians. For example, vegan women had 34% lower rates of female-specific cancers like breast, cervical, and ovarian cancer. Similar results were found in men for prostate cancer.

Vegan goes way past just food though, it includes what type of clothes you wear, the type of furniture and appliances you buy, even simple things like chapstick and toothpaste, it may seem like a lot, but when you look at the big picture you are making a difference and contributing to saving animals lives!

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The 7 types of vegans

When navigating the world of veganism, you might come across some different types of vegans. Whether that be the sign holding, break-into-the slaughterhouse activist, or the vegan that only seems to eat fruit, vegans have many different beliefs and reasons for going vegan. So here are the different types of vegans.

The junk food vegan, they like to stick to the same foods they liked to eat before just those plant based alternatives like vegan cheese and oreo's.

The health vegan, They are more focused on the ingredients and calories of there food, leaning more to cleaner and healthier foods.

The raw vegan, only eating raw, uncooked food that cannot reach temperatures above 104 degrees fahrenheit. Although this is a very healthy and clean way of eating, i'm not really convinced this would be a sustainable way of eating, at least not for me.

The fruitarian, only eating fruits, nuts, and seeds. It is very uncommon to eat this way and most do not, and I do not recommend, because we all need carbs.

The plant based vegan, more focused on reducing animals suffering through food mainly. They don't usually take in other factors as the products or clothing they buy may come from animal products, and some treat it as a diet rather than a long term change.

The ethical vegan, this is the most common type of vegan. This is a vegan that seeks to reduce animal cruelty in every aspect of life. An ethical vegan usually has a diet listed above (junk food, health, raw, fruitairan). But it really doesn’t matter to them as long as they’re fighting against animal cruelty.

These vegans also do not purchase products like makeup, household cleaners, clothing, etc that were tested on animals or made with animal ingredients.

The eco vegan,

This type of vegan went vegan for sustainability reasons. They know that animal agriculture is one of the leading causes of climate change. So they’re doing their part to help save the planet by going vegan.

They’re conscious about their product consumption, so you may find them in the bulk isle picking up some package free lentils or refilling their spice jars.

Also, these vegans do not purchase products tested on or made with animals either. And these products are usually more eco-friendly compared to what ethical vegans buy.