Vegan Newbie First Four Weeks
Becoming vegan is becoming easier. I learned that I actually like trying new recipes. It doesn't feel so daunting as it did at first. I learned that I can make a soup creamy by pureeing in some raw cashews that have been soaked in warm or hot water. If the water is warm, then an hour would be ideal. If the water is hot, then 20-30 minutes should do. I learned that I can sautee veggies with a little water or veggie broth; no oil is needed or it can be very much reduced. Some of the popular whole food plant based doctors have a difference of opinion on whether one should eat nuts or not. Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn recommends no nuts. Dr. Michael Greger says a handfull of nuts in a day is fine. I do like nuts, and don't eat them every day, but I do like that they are also another source of protein. Vitamin B12 is recommended to incorporate into a vegan, whole foods plant based diet. Supplements are available. However I found that some products are also supplemented with vita