Publisher's Synopsis
Veganism is the practice of abstaining from the use of animal products, particularly in diet, as well as an associated philosophy that rejects the commodity status of sentient animals. A follower of Veganism is known as a Vegan. Distinctions are sometimes made between different categories of Veganism. Dietary Vegans (or strict Vegetarians) refrain from consuming animal products, not only meat and fish but, in contrast to ovo-lacto Vegetarians, also eggs, dairy products and other animal-derived substances. The term ethical Vegan is often applied to those who not only follow a Vegan diet, but extend the Vegan philosophy into other areas of their lives, and oppose the use of animals or animal products for any purpose. Another term used is environmental Veganism, which refers to the rejection of animal products on the premise that the harvesting or industrial farming of animals is environmentally damaging and unsustainable. Beware of Red Meat. Red meat is our biggest diet contributor of excess protein and saturated fat levels No one argues that less fat in our diet is healthier, or that saturated fats are the most harmful. Knowing this, livestock growers and butchers have made some changes for the better. Red meat are acid forming in the body; when red meat is cooked too well done, chemical compounds are created that are capable of causing many diseases. Most of us eat more meat than we really need. A 100 gram serving of meat is the size of a deck of cards. Red meat is significantly harder to digest than plant foods. Meat digestion requires more oxygen in the bloodstream. Watch Chinese food, because It has the potential of raising blood sugar level in diabetics. Stay away from smoking and other bad habits; they only make matters worse. Of course, I love red meat and I will eat it the rest of my life. In no way I am telling you to stop eating anything, just be careful and monitor what you consume. Slowly change your eating habit. Eat less and more healthy. Try Vegan Lifestyle Eating. You have only one life and if you love yourself you will do your best to stay healthy. Practice good clean living habits. You know your body better than anyone. Get plenty of rest and have time for yourself alone at times. Relax and let NOTHING, I mean NOTHING make you upset. Stay away from stressful situations. You aught to know human nature by now. You cannot change the World or anyone else except yourself. Live your life from day to day. This does not mean you have to be hermit or a fanatic.........You can have associates and get together at time, but keep yourself at peace with yourself by not over committing to something you cannot achieve. You and only you know your limits. Adhere to them and you won't be over burden with commitments. The subject of junk food..........You can have yourself a treat from time to time. What does life mean if you cant enjoy a candy bar or an ice cream cone every now and then. We still have our childhood with us and it will be with us until we die. Keeping records in this log book: "Daily Vegan Log" might extend your life. You might say one day after you reach 100 years old, thank you Therlee for extending my life by creating this book to keep a log on my daily routine and habits; I hope that statement comes true to everyone who purchase my log book.
