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Protein is a very important component in any diet, but it can be difficult to get enough when you eliminate entire food groups. So, how do you make sure you get enough protein, without overdoing things like soy? Do you plan your menus to include protein in every meal or do you look at the...

Did you hear that Chris Christie, governor of New Jersey, vetoed a bill concerning vegetarian fare for schools? What do you think about this situation? Can you see both sides of the issue, or do you think he was wrong? What do you think would be needed to make such a bill pass? Read more about...

Hmm. I hadn't thought about that. The allergy issue makes it quite important to be aware of what each dish contains and how it is prepared. That does make sense. I'm not sure if there are laws concerning these issues in the US. I mean, I know there are warning labels on packaged foods, but I...

I tend to choose beans frequently as a source of protein. Beans are not my favorite food, but I'm getting more used to them. They offer a good supply of both protein and fiber, so they're hard to beat, in my opinion. I wish they tasted better, but I am learning new ways to prepare them. Do you...

Is it a weaning process, where you should slowly begin eliminating select foods from your diet, or is it best to try to do as much at once as you can. I ask because the term transition itself seems to imply a process rather than a more "cold turkey" (no pun intended) type of thing. It seems...

As was mentioned in another thread, some people are turned off by meat, so this really isn't a problem for them. What about people who like the taste of meat, but want to stop eating it for other reasons? Do you find yourself having strong cravings for certain types of meat? Does it take a long...

Was there something specific that triggered your decision? Did you just decide one day to do it? Did you know other people who were vegetarians that encouraged you to learn more about the lifestyle? How did you come to be a vegetarian?

I like anything that's cooked on the grill. I enjoy the flavor, but I also like the idea of cooking and eating outside. So, when you have a cookout, do you grill up some veggies? Some fruits are nice grilled too. Which are your favorite vegetarian choices for cooking on the grill?

I was thinking this would be a good idea. One could easily dry fruits and veggies to use for snacking or to store for cooking. You could even make your own trail mix and stuff like that. We used to have a dehydrator, and I loved when my dad made dried apricots and bananas. They were like having...

Do you only use recipes and stick to them precisely, or do you like to experiment and try to come up with your own recipes? Are you a good cook? I enjoy cooking most of the time. I also like to experiment in the kitchen. I've come up with a few decent meals although I've also had my failures...

Do you have any particular substitutions that you like to use during holidays to replace the standard fare? Have you tried Tofurky or anything like that or do you just make your own dishes? I think it's great that foods like this are available. It doesn't actually sound very good to me, but I...

Is there that one 'go to' food that is the first one you're likely to reach for when you're hungry or when you want to cook? Is there that one item that is always in your cupboard, fridge, or pantry? Many people have a staple food, so if you do, what is yours? I think mine is lettuce. Some...

I used to really enjoy having a garden. It was a great sense of accomplishment, and it was much easier to make sure we all ate more veggies, when we could just go pick some. I would think it would be even more beneficial for vegetarians and vegans to have their own produce growing nearby. Do...

This is a very interesting topic. I had never really given this any consideration. Honestly, I never thought of feeding pets according to the owner's diet, but for "ethical" vegetarians/vegans, I can see where this could create an issue. Still, is it in fact cruel to an animal that is by nature...

Tofu seems to be a good choice. I'm guessing that's because it is so versatile. I recently saw a recipe for breaded and fried tofu which is then baked in either barbeque or buffalo sauce. It can be used as a main course or an appetizer, instead of chicken wings, is my supposition. Such...

Have you tried any of those "food saver" food storage containers that claim to keep your food fresher longer? I was gifted some, and I felt like they actually worked. They seem to be especially good for fruits and vegetables. Do you use any special system or food storage container? Do you use a...

I tend to spice up all my food anyway, but I do it even more so when I'm trying to substitute things. If my substitution seems bland, I can often give it a little more kick with added spices, to make it do-able. Do you tend to use a lot of spices for vegetarian dishes? What are your favorite...

I had no idea that there were crushed red beetles in strawberry products. I read a lot of labels, and I can't say that I've ever seen this. How do you know if it's in there? I'm sure it's something obvious, like a word I can't pronounce (and didn't know the meaning of), because I doubt they come...

This sounds really good to me. I love mushrooms, and I could probably replace a real burger with a portabello and be happy. There are few things I could say that about and actually mean it. Some foods I'd probably just end up skipping altogether rather than trying to replace them if I went...

I never realized there were so many different types, but thanks for the info. I like learning new things. I never really understood this. I mean, if it's about no harm to animals, how come fish don't count? I guess it's the difference between dietary and ethical vegetarianism, as someone...