It has been over 5 years now for me. I definitely don't miss meat at all, and was surprised at how easy it is to substitute for cheese. It probably helps that I really enjoy cooking and I don't travel much so I've gotten really used to making anything I want from healthy food in my own kitchen! :)
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Yeah, I think this is the key, you don't travel. For me and Monika travelling is a way of life. In poor countries, if you ask for vege meal, they will look at you trying to understand what are you saying :) In the end, they will end up offering bananas and rice :P What was the reason you switch to vegan?
I totally get that. Even here in the US it is hard not to get a little dairy or eggs in your meals on occasion, and that's with no language barrier! I respect anyone who does the best they can, especially if what you are consuming is all locally sourced.
I originally made the switch after researching the health benefits of eating a plant-based diet. I read a lot of books and starting watching documentaries and was sold on it being the most ideal way of eating for the least amount of disease and inflammation. I actually noticed a big difference in my sport recovery when I cut out animal products. As I started getting further into the lifestyle, I learned more about the ethical and environmental impacts, as well. I've always loved animals, so once I related that love to the food on my plate I could no longer consciously choose meat for nourishment. It definitely took a while to get the right balance and really make sure I was eating enough to support my active lifestyle. Once I started experimenting more in the kitchen and getting my meal plan right, I felt great and had no reason not to keep on eating this way! My boyfriend still eats the occasional eggs and cheese, and very rarely some meat or fish, but he feels better having switched to a much more predominantly plant-based diet, as well.