https://blissplanet.com/plant-based-vitality-with-benjamin-benulis-dc/I decided to go vegan on April fools day of 2018 which was also Easter. I have a twin sister and went to her house where there was nothing but meat there so I brought my own food. I was made fun of that I brought my own food, but that goes with my lifestyle.
I don’t push being vegan on anyone else. I have a lifestyle of, “I’m gonna do this and if you guys want to follow then that’s great.”
I gave up red meat when we had to give up something in yoga before going vegan. I lost five pounds and felt it was great as I wanted to be quicker and that happened for me. I slowly incorporated my lifestyle to be consuming almond milk as I gave up milk, cheese and eggs. I met this vegan bodybuilder, an ex boyfriend, Ryan Nelson…a trainer and fit guy. I was impressed that he was a bodybuilder who gave up eggs and realized that is what I could do as well to improve my health.
I would visit the doctor and always shake as that was always me. I was told that nothing was wrong with me except having high cholesterol. I would wonder how I could have high cholesterol. That makes no sense to me as I was one of the people who rarely ate fries because I always wanted to look good and be athletic.
I got into CrossFit and gave up eggs and animal products. A lot of people think that because I am vegan I can’t have mucle. I did a bodybuilding show and 4 weeks away from the show my trainer said that I wasn’t lean enough. They told me that I needed to eat fish. I wondered how they could tell someone who is vegan that they need to eat fish to get lean. I had a strong mindset that I could run more. They told me that I was done unless I eat fish. They didn’t understand that it was my lifestyle. I went back to Ryan and asked him for advice as I wanted to make a statement as I was lean, but not stage lean. He asked me what I ate as I had a lot of Tofu. I switched to Tempeh and that was a game changer. I learned the importance of food and how it works for my body as every body is different. I got lean and my old trainer who told me I wasn’t lean enough had to watch me walk up on stage and win 1st place three times.
It was a mental thing for me. You have to be ok with yourself. I did loose a lot of friends in the process, I quit my job…I made a new job and it’s better for me. I felt it was a wake up call by having someone tell me I wasn’t lean enough.
If you want to achieve a goal. Look at yourself in the mirror and ask yourself, “What do I have to do to make myself get to where I want to be?”
Linzy Granger
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Yes, a vegan health adventure can make you feel better knowing that a healthy vegan diet is healthy and also better for animals and the planet.
Here are some of the benefits of a vegan diet:
Reduced risk of chronic diseases. A vegan diet is associated with a reduced risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, stroke, cancer, and type 2 diabetes.
Weight loss. Vegan diets can be helpful for weight loss and weight management.
Increased energy. Many people report feeling more energized after switching to a vegan diet.
Improved gut health. A vegan diet can help to improve gut health by increasing the diversity of gut bacteria.
Reduced environmental impact. Animal agriculture is a major contributor to climate change, water pollution, and deforestation. By choosing a vegan diet, you can help to reduce your impact on the environment.
Better for animals. A vegan diet does not require the exploitation or slaughter of animals.
If you are interested in trying a vegan diet, there are many resources available to help you get started. There are also many vegan cookbooks and websites that can help you find delicious and nutritious recipes.
Here are some tips for starting a vegan diet:
Start slowly. Don’t try to change everything overnight.
Start by making small changes, such as adding more plant-based foods to your diet or cutting out meat one day a week.
Do your research. There is a lot of information out there about vegan diets. Do some research to learn more about the benefits of a vegan diet and how to make the transition.
Find support. There are many online and in-person resources for vegans. Find a support group or online forum to connect with other vegans and get support.
Going vegan can be a great way to improve your health, the environment, and the lives of animals. If you are interested in making the switch, I encourage you to do your research and learn more about the benefits of a vegan diet.