Just Call Me Syndrome
I have made the commitment to veganism and feel completely comfortable with that decision. The ethical and environmental reasons for going vegan are important and the health benefits are compelling. Over the last few weeks I have eagerly sought out vegan alternatives to old favorites and new foods to try.
Here’s the thing: I found myself slipping into the “junk-food vegan” category. I would be so ecstatic to find great-tasting vegan treats, snacks, and other convenience foods that I bought them without thinking. While vegan cookies and Tofutti Cuties are delicious, just because they’re vegan doesn’t mean they’re healthy!
Plus I’ve found that I really do feel better and enjoy my food when it is less processed. Amy’s Roasted Vegetable Pizza was a favorite when I first went vegan, but now I don’t think it tastes as good anymore, even though it is vegan and organic. I would rather have my brown rice and broccoli.
So I’m making the commitment to the Superhero program (from Alicia Silverstone’s The Kind Diet) for a month. The sugar habit is going to be the hardest part, especially in the evenings after dinner. Luckily I’ve already weaned myself from soda and coffee (to which I used to add unholy amounts of sugar), but I’m still used to having cookies, (coconut milk) ice cream, or cinnamon toast before bed.
Just wanted to post a little something about this to explain the upcoming posts about what I’m eating and how I feel. This is a big change and I want to document it for myself and for anyone else who may benefit.
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