Horses Arse
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Who's telling you what to do and think? Or is it the Express, Mail, Sun etc that is telling you that people are trying to tell you what to do and what to think? That's politics for you
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[Misc] Veganism
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Who's telling you what to do and think? Or is it the Express, Mail, Sun etc that is telling you that people are trying to tell you what to do and what to think? That's politics for you
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My daughter was vegan for a long time. It takes some serious dedication and can be very expensive and time consuming.
We eat out quite a lot and she eventually gave up after watching us tuck into some top nosh while the vegan option was very often a bowl of chips.
We eat out quite a lot and she eventually gave up after watching us tuck into some top nosh while the vegan option was very often a bowl of chips.
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Falmer Flutter ©
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Yep, that's pretty much where I am. I cut out meat, dairy and eggs in the summer, initially for a couple of days a week. Two days became three, three became a week and before I knew it I was following a "vegan" diet every day. However, I've put "vegan" in quote marks as I still wear leather shoes and belt. If that makes me a hypocrite in some people's eyes, then so be it. I really couldn't give a flying. I haven't joined some weird club, I haven't signed up to any rules, I didn't come up with the term "vegan". I just don't want to eat meat, dairy and eggs any more. To steal a current phrase, I have my red lines and I'm happy with them.
Oh, and I take a B12 daily supplement. Not sure it's necessary, but can't see it does any harm (unless one of the "experts" on here proves otherwise). I've found following a vegan diet pretty easy, although I did miss some meals at first, mainly roast pork and crackling and the odd craving for cheese. You adapt and just get on with it. Christmas was surprisingly easy, despite still cooking a turkey, ham, pigs in blankets etc for my guests. No one missed out, everyone was happy.
As for the Gregg's vegan sausage? Never tried one, unlikely to as I never went to Gregg's when I was a meat eater so not sure why I'd want to go now. The vitriol was absolutely baffling though, but then again I'm also a cyclist so nothing surprises me.
GOM
living vicariously
Well this is exactly what you said.
Apparently it's only vegans that care and are noble and are trying to be the best they can. Maybe that helps you understand the angst
I've heard people saying a vegan diet can be expensive but I don't get this at all.
I spend less than €10 a week on fruit and veg for 2 people. Often it's only about €6. Then a few more on rice, pasta, cous cous, beans, lentils etc.
Cheese, meat and fish are more expensive than fruit, veg and grains.
beorhthelm
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usually Guardian and BBC, dont read the media you mention.
GOM
living vicariously
Exactly the point
I suspect it's the things like dairy substitutes that push the cost up such as vegan butter. Mrs W was interested in looking at tofu as a meat substitute ..... I was surprised at the cost when I went and brought it - thought it would be much cheaper. Thankfully the experiment was hailed a failure so I've not had to buy any more !
Tofu is pretty cheap. What the hell is vegan butter?
https://avirtualvegan.com/easy-vegan-butter/ - Enjoy !
- you can also get similar stuff in supermarkets.Re tofu, I was just surprised when it was about £2.50 a box and the selection was only from about 3 options. Didn't like it 15 years ago when I last tried it and didn't like it this time.
HA; I wasn't trying to steer 'it' towards politics and that is why I mentioned the 'danger' in case my words were misinterpreted . Perhaps I should have worded it 'in danger of being accused'. It was merely an analogy.
Too late, and I take note of your rather smug reply.
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https://avirtualvegan.com/easy-vegan-butter/ - Enjoy !
Re tofu, I was just surprised when it was about £2.50 a box and the selection was only from about 3 options. Didn't like it 15 years ago when I last tried it and didn't like it this time.
That homemade vegan butter doesn't sound bad.
Tofu lives or dies by the sauce. It can be great if done right.
Falmer Flutter ©
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Exactly, what the hell are people buying? I suppose some of meat substitute thingies can be pricey, but I tend to steer clear of them most of the time.
As with most things in life, people have found a way to monetise it. If you want a meat substitute, eat a vegetable ffs
Horses Arse
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Must be a vegan eh?
Or an arse!
No,I don't mean that really!
Hope all goes well for you whatever you are.
