Originally Posted by graciegirl (Post 579632)

Interesting and informative article Tal.

But I'd rather bone up on Monica and Bill...:D

Originally Posted by jimbo2012 (Post 578655)

Bill Clinton did it.
So did Ellen DeGeneres.
In fact, millions of people around the nation have taken the pledge to go vegan. November is considered World Vegan Month, and it is a great time to take a look at what veganism is and why so many people are moving toward this lifestyle, which eschews using any animal products.

“Veganism is a diet based on living in peace and harmony with the natural world,” explains Louix Dor Dempriey, a spiritual master who started and leads events through the Louix Dor Dempriey Foundation. “There are many great reasons for being vegan, and people around the country are beginning to take notice, helping to increase the number of those who are either vegan or moving toward a vegan lifestyle.”

Many people are familiar with what a vegetarian is: someone who does not eat animals (e.g., no fish, flow, meat, etc.) but may or may not still consume dairy products and eggs. A vegan is a type of vegetarian who takes it one step farther and makes it a lifestyle, rather than just a diet. A vegan does not use or consume any type of animal products at all. This would include avoiding any foods that contain animal products, as well as not using animal products in their clothing or hygiene products. For example, vegans avoid using leather, silk, wool, and cosmetics that have been tested on animals or that contain animal ingredients.

Here are five reasons to go vegan:

1. Your health. Research indicates that those who eat a plant-based diet tend to reap many health benefits, from lower cholesterol and cancer rates to lower heart attack and obesity rates. Eating fruits and vegetables helps to keep your body healthy, as they are loaded with the fiber and antioxidants that the body needs. Vegan diets that contain plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and protein sources, such as beans, quinoa, tofu, and lentils, are healthy.

2. The planet. Raising animals for foods has been dubbed as one of the most destructive practices on the planet. It is leading to deforestation, an overuse of water, agricultural run-off, and an increase in greenhouse gases. A vegan diet is more environmentally friendly and better for caring for the planet. Vegan diets use a lot less water, land, and resources.

3. The animals. While out of sight often means out of mind, 10 billion land animals are raised and killed in America each year for food. The animals, by and large, live in deplorable conditions and suffer in many ways. Being vegan helps people to live a life that is more in tune with their ideals of being against animal cruelty.

4. Inner peace. By living without killing sentient creatures, we find that we live a more peaceful life. By choosing to dine on food that has not come from bloodshed, we can attain an inner peace that would be hard to find elsewhere.

5. Voting with your dollar. The meat industry is one that involves death, as animals are slaughtered by people trying to make a living. Slaughterhouse workers experience a much higher rate of injury than other factory workers. In addition, nobody should have to make their living by killing animals all day. Doing so often leads to psychological problems and a disconnect with nature.

“Some of the great philosophers and spiritual leaders throughout history have eaten a plant-based diet,” adds Louix, “Adopting a vegan diet will not only help you feel better, but it extends compassion to those at our mercy, and teaches others that they can live a life focused on peace and harmony.”

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Originally Posted by Villages PL (Post 579775)

Those who are not interested have the option of moving along to the next thread.

Originally Posted by jimbo2012 (Post 579781)

You bring up a great point, why when readers see threads that I've started knowing that it relates to Vegan (because I always put that word in the subject) rather than ignore the subject read and knock it having never researched it or tried it.
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Originally Posted by rubicon (Post 579638)

Someone told me never to eat anything with eyes. I wonder if that includes potatoes

Originally Posted by jimbo2012 (Post 579886)

Well I think they may have meant, nothing with a face or don't eat anything that had a mother.

Now if U know of a mother pickle, than that's a different story.:shrug:

Originally Posted by jimbo2012 (Post 579781)

You bring up a great point, why when readers see threads that I've started knowing that it relates to Vegan (because I always put that word in the subject) rather than ignore the subject read and knock it having never researched it or tried it.

Strange.

I'm only posting this subject for those that care about their heath in the form of diet :mmmm: rather than pills meds and surgery.

but I'm certainly not twisting anyone's arm, eat as you wish if you don't care. (don't let your scripts expire)

But if you do I'll be happy to answer questions or refer to books etc.

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Originally Posted by jimbo2012 (Post 579356)

I was thinking about starting one next month, anyone interested?

Originally Posted by Dr Winston O Boogie jr (Post 580340)

I've tried the vegan thing for about three months and I've put on about 10 pounds. I've probably been too much into carbs like rice and pasta, but I find it very difficult to follow the green leafy vegetable diet. It takes a lot of time to make meals and eating out, in spite of what they say is pretty much impossible.

Originally Posted by Barefoot (Post 580331)

I think you have some interested people .... some committed, some skeptical, some confused .... but wanting to learn more. When is the first meeting?

Originally Posted by jimbo2012 (Post 580371)

Winston I can say with authority, that it is virtually impossible to gain weight.

No one ever reported that unless they didn't realize something in their diet was wrong.

If I do set up a meeting you may want to attend, you are eating something very wrong.

Originally Posted by Dr Winston O Boogie jr (Post 580411)

Like I said a lot of pasta, rice, quinoa with beans, corn and other vegetables. Lots of salad with lettuce, corn, beans, cucumber, celery, olives, beets, carrots and only balsamic vinegar as a dressing. Two or three beers a day. A bowl of very low sugar cereal with a banana and sometimes some blueberries and low fat, low sugar soy milk in the morning.

Originally Posted by jimbo2012 (Post 581474)

Not soo sure of that,

It may be something else, although you're not incorrect.

Originally Posted by Dr Winston O Boogie jr (Post 580411)

Like I said a lot of pasta, rice, quinoa with beans, corn and other vegetables. Lots of salad with lettuce, corn, beans, cucumber, celery, olives, beets, carrots and only balsamic vinegar as a dressing. Two or three beers a day. A bowl of very low sugar cereal with a banana and sometimes some blueberries and low fat, low sugar soy milk in the morning.

Originally Posted by pooh (Post 581817)

You eat lots of carbs, are hungry....is there a possibility that you are diabetic or pre-diabetic? With this situation maybe you need to have your blood sugar levels checked. All sorts of things can be assumed, but it's probably better to have some tests to rule out things.

Originally Posted by jimbo2012 (Post 582234)

Several have for a meeting to ask questions and exchange ideas about a vegan diet I've been in touch with a few people to try arrange a meeting room for January.

If anyone know the people to contact please PM me.

I was thinking about show first the movie Forks over Kneives, about 90 minutes, then have an open Q&A, those that have see the movie can come later.

I know one of the patients that appeared in the movie, he lives in Tampa and does meeting such as these.

Would anyone be interested in this?

Originally Posted by graciegirl (Post 579458)

It is more than a diet choice it is a philosphy of life...and many don't share that way of thinking.


Many of us have ways and choices that differ from others but don't try to change another's mind about it.


When you share your private living choices in a public forum and others don't agree than....who is to call who a jerk?

Jerk isn't nice, but when you enter into a controversial subject, you are bound to stir up emotion and controversy...and RARELY change anyone's opinon.

Originally Posted by jimbo2012 (Post 580371)

Winston I can say with authority, that it is virtually impossible to gain weight.

No one ever reported that unless they didn't realize something in their diet was wrong.

If I do set up a meeting you may want to attend, you are eating something very wrong.

Originally Posted by jimbo2012 (Post 579508)

A drop of gas on a fire, is that done in moderation?

Originally Posted by Dr Winston O Boogie jr (Post 584575)

Why does Dr Esselstyn's friend and compatriot, Dr Ornish allow egg whites and certain oils in his program? Logically, Dr Esselstyn would think that Dr Ornish just doesn't care as much about people, animals and the environment as he does.

Originally Posted by Dr Winston O Boogie jr (Post 584572)

I can tell you WITH AUTHORITY, that I gave up all animal products and oils for a month and gained weight.

I think that what a lot of people have said on here about corn, sugar and other carbohydrates is true. In order to lose weight you have to basically eat lettuce.

Originally Posted by jimbo2012 (Post 583907)

Provided your doctor knows what the diet is, most don't or don't understand it.