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    Do you have trouble getting enough protein?

    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...
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    In the News

    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...
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    Which Food or Food Group is your main source of protein?

    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...
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    Is it best to start slowly?

    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...
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    Do you have cravings?

    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...
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    Your defining moment in deciding to become vegetarian?

    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?
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    Which are your favorite Vegetarian Foods to cook on the Grill?

    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?
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    Do you use a Food Dehydrator?

    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...
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    How much experimenting do you do in the Kitchen?

    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...
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    Holiday Substitutions

    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...
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    Do you have a Staple Food in your Diet?

    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...
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    Do you grow your own food?

    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...
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    Food Storage Containers

    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...
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    Do you spice up your food with a lot of spices?

    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...
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    Do you feel better (physically) since becoming vegetarian?

    If so, in what ways do you feel better? Do you have more energy? My friend tells me that she feels far stronger than she ever did before. While I think she has to chalk some of that up to also exercising a lot more than she did before, I imagine some of it does come from changing her eating...
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    "True" Vegan

    A friend told me that being a "true" vegan isn't just about the foods people eat. It's also about every other item that could contain animal products or harm animals in the making. I realize that some people try to avoid all, but I was unaware of this potential distinction between like-minded...
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    Vegetarian Choices in Restaurants

    Do you find that restaurants offer plenty of good options to choose from for vegetarians? It seems that the more people try to eat healthier diets, the more accommodating restaurants try to become. Even some of the fast food joints get in on the action with salads and fruit slices and such...
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    Difficulty going to Restaurants

    As you transitioned into a full on vegetarian diet, did you have difficulty going out to eat? Was it tougher to know what to choose in a standard restaurant? Some dishes are obvious, but with other items, you can't always be sure how they are prepared. Of course, you could ask, but some people...
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    Cooking for Vegetarians in a meat eater'

    If you live in a house with meat eaters, what steps do you take when cooking for vegetarians? If you entertain a guest who is vegetarian, you will usually end up preparing at least some special foods for him or her. When you do so, are you careful to avoid contact with meat? I have one pan...
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    Do you prefer store bought Veggie Burgers or homemade?

    I have to say, I think veggie burgers have come a long way. Many years ago, I tried some that were just awful. This is what led me to trying to make my own at home. Now days though, some of the heat-and-eat ones are pretty good. Which do you like better?