Saving lots of money after going vegan

[IndianVegan]

I've stopped having desserts as every dessert here contains milk. It's insane how much money I'm saving on chocolate bars, sundaes, cakes, etc.

 

[Emma JC]

I agree with you on this point and have found the same myself - I didn't often buy chocolates bars but we did go on a lot of road trips and donuts from Tim Hortons or Everything bagels with double cheese was the norm - now it is just so easy not to do those things - if we road trip then I pack food to go with me now. Lot's of money saved.

btw - I asked google about your chocolate dilemma and here is the answer I received...

To buy milk-free (dairy-free) chocolate in India, look for vegan or pure dark chocolate (over 70% cacao) without milk solids. Top artisanal Indian brands like Mason & Co and Earth Loaf make high-quality, plant-based chocolate. You can also order various brands using dedicated platforms like Vegan Dukan or Cococart.

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[Lou]

The money I save is mostly from not getting take out.

It used to be that on the way home I would stop for take out. But since most take out isn't vegan (not to mention not healthy and expensive) I just Have to wait till I get home.
I also now do a lot of food prep and bulk food cooking. So not only is there food that just needs to be heated up at home but also if I don't eat it it will go to waste.

 

[IndianVegan]

Going vegan has also made me develop a lot of self-control. I used to be very impulsive earlier.

 

[Jamie in Chile]

If you find desserts that say "vegan" on them and buy them, it actually gets more expensive. On the other hand, you can just have a banana.

 

[secondmayfly]

I've saved money too! I used to be bad about planning ahead and let myself get too hungry to do anything but eat out. The lack of vegan options has made me get better at meal prepping and do more to anticipate my needs.