Veganism

Yes.

The original ones are but some of the flavored ones are not.

Lecithin can be derived from egg, as well as from vegan sources. One example of a vegan place to get lecithin is from mustard. Lecithin is the most common and well known emulsifier, but there are others as well.

Good question.

How would you do Anything that is "against the norm"? Sometimes those closest to you are helpful and understanding..sometimes not-so-much. I would try to explain it to them patiently, and maybe they will come around. You'd be surprised how much people will respect your choices, if you respect them enough to talk to them straight-up. If not, then you just be yourself and don't worry about it.

It's not easy being in that situation. If needed, you could also prepare your own meals, as many Vegans do.

^^The above person made a great answer. It can certainly be difficult, but just be careful not to get into discussions or arguments about it with anyone, especially family. Everyone makes their own choices and some people decide to routinely do things that may not be agreeable with you and your personal values, but if you remember that everyone's learning individually, it doesn't matter so much what they are doing, as long as you stick true to your own values. I only let a person know what I think about my lifestyle and how one might go about it if they're interested. This has really helped me survive with this lifestyle, and I prefer this attitude. I am not only vegan, but pretty environmentalist all around, and that is reflected in not just my dietary choices, but so many of my other choices day to day, and I'm living with people who also do not do these things. So I've definitely got where you're coming from!

Some really good technical tips for cooking and preparing your food would be to make sure that the surfaces you prepare it on are free of meat or dairy residues (like grease from fried chicken or something), the pots, pans, and utensils are clean, the containers your store the food in are clean (plastic food storage can tend to have greases and meat smells linger in it, especially if hand washed yucky) and lastly, that any of your plates, bowls and utensils are clean. I've actually been doing the same thing you've been doing with my family, and it's best to (politely) scoot things around in the fridge so you can easily find your vegan food in one area, while doing the same in the cupboard for your food. Also, sometimes people want to get something for you at the store, but, many of them have NO clue whatsoever to look for! Think of something specific and be specific about what you need if they offer. it might help to write down brand names and write down no-no ingredients. When people get you stuff you can't eat (happens a lot with processed food and its hidden animal ingredients), let them know politely that it won't work for you, although you appreciate the offer. If you want, and if they want to do this, ask if you can receive money to go to the store and buy a few things. My mom has wanted to help me out getting by and I simply told her I need to buy these things on my own because I know she feels clueless looking for things for me to eat at the store. I also prepare meat and dairy foods for her grandkids because I'm not in charge about what they eat, (though I gave the 7 year old the option of only eating vegetarian when I watch him) so there's living with some non-vegan people for ya! I just make sure their food doesn't contaminate mine, and wash my hands well when finished. Good luck!!

If you are trying to live a true cruelty-free vegan lifestyle then whether or not you ride horses will require some reflection and introspection. There is a great variety of riding styles, from the very mild Parelli method to the abusive practices of the thoroughbred racing communities. Your riding style probably falls somewhere in between, so here are two important things to consider:

Do you find that your horse is often resistant to work or that he does his job with enthusiasm? Each horse is suited to a different lifestyle, and the comfort of the individual animal must be taken into account.

Do you notice your horse acting differently when using certain equipment? Is he very spookish around the crop, uncomfortable when you use a certain bit, etc. You might want to consider changing the equipment if you sense that it is causing him to suffer, even minimally.

Additionally, do you use leather equipment? There are synthetic alternatives if you are willing to sell your current leather ware.

Other than that, you have to think about the environment that the horses are kept in and whether you agree with the practice. Most vegans would agree that having a pet dog is vegan, but horses are very different creatures, which we have to continue to break in each successive generation. Their lives with us are very different than their lives without. But if you feel that you can give your horse or the horse that you ride a comfortable and empowering life, then go with your gut.

No, but they do have a line of vegan shoes. The vegan shoes are listed as vegan on the website.

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That is a very dangerous lifestyle, just to begin with. And purging (throwing up or using laxatives) is a sign of the eating disorder Bulimia. Anorexia would be if you are strivtly limiting what you eat. WikiAnswers is a community to support helpful knowledge and lives, and I suggest that you get help. That is a dangerous lifestlye that can lead to verys ever health problems.

Well, it depends on the brand.

The company Primal Strips comes in Hickory Smoked Soy, Seitan Teriyaki, Hot & Spicy Shiitake Mushroom, Soy Texas BBQ, Seitan Mesquite Lime and Seitan Thai Peanut.

See also - 'What are some recipes for vegan jerky'

vitamin B-12 Most soy products have added vitamin B12. Vegans may have difficulty obtaining iron as they don't eat blood--this can be remedied by eating spinach, oatmeal, beans, raisins and food cooked in cast iron. Include vitamin C in your diet as that helps you absorb iron. Protein can be problematic as vegans eat far less protein than those who eat animal products. A vegan can get adequate protein from nuts and seeds, whole grains, bean/bean products and a variety of vegetables (almost all have some protein). Calcium can be problematic but vegans can get calcium from tofu, green leafy vegetables like collards, sesame seeds.

Yes, E1442: Hydroxypropyl di-starch phosphate contains no animal products.

PVA (poly vinyl acetate) is synthetic and sometimes made from a process using ethene gas, acetic acid and oxygen. It is not derived from animal sources.

Glycerin/ glycerol can be produced from animal fats, synthesised or by fermentation of sugars.

she says shes a vegan 6 days a week

An omnivore who eats vegan food sometimes.

This is a useless term since anyone who has ever eaten a banana or a bowl or plain rice or a dairy-free PB&J sandwich has eaten vegan food some of the time.

It depends, it can range from 2 - 6 months.

Being vegan is more humane.

no because her favorites foods are:

California rolls, seaweed salad and miso soup, New York style pizza, her Mom's spaghetti, her Grandma's steak

everything looks vegan until you see the steak so no she isn't

Quiona is a type fo grain that has become popular fairly recently. It is almost like a small bead-like beans, and it completely circular. It is cooked in boiling water, where it absorbs the water (similar to cooking rice). It has a very plain and bland flavor, so many flavorings (oils, seasonings, ect.) can be added.

Click on the related links further down this page to go to the vegan fitness/ runners websites.

It depends. Some vegans consider their cats, for example, to be obligate carnivores, and feed them conventional cat food. Others feed their cats a vegan diet supplemented with taurine and other nutrients. Many vegans understand that dogs are omnivores and can thrive on a vegan diet. Rabbits and other small animals are naturally vegan and thrive on a vegan diet.

It is easy for vegans to get enough enough vitamin B12. There are lots of vegan B12 supplements and fortified foods. Also, nutritional yeast is a delicious ingredient that is high in B12.

Vegans need to find a source of vitamin B12, either through enriched foods like breakfast cereal or soy milk, or through supplements.