I’m so excited you’re checking out this page! It’s not hard to live and eat healthier -- you just have to know how. That way, you can still enjoy food, it’ll still be delicious, and you’ll feel better!
I’ve listed a lot of information here. Take a look around and don’t forget to check back often. I’ll be constantly updating things, because I’m learning new recipes and tips every day too!
Living a Vegan Life
Sources of Protein
I personally chose to go vegan because I educated myself on factory farming and cruelty to animals, and I suddenly realized that what was on my plate were living things, with feelings. And I just couldn’t disconnect myself from it any longer. I read books like “Diet for a New America” and saw documentaries like “Earthlings” and “Meet your Meat,” and it became an easy choice for me.
If you choose to educate yourself, it’ll be an easy choice for you, too. Click here to take a look at a variety of reasons for living a vegan life.
One of the most common questions vegans are asked is where they get their protein. The only reason most Americans get their protein from meat and dairy is because that’s what they eat. But there are excellent sources of protein that are fresh, low-fat and healthy! Click here for a list of protein sources.
Roberto's Corner
Videos
Recipes
You’ve seen him on my show -- he’s my personal chef -- now he’s cooking for you! By clicking right here you can learn how Roberto Martin became a vegan chef. Take a look at some of his healthy and delicious recipes here. And watch his appearances on the show here.
What are you having for dinner? Me too! Click here to get delicious vegan recipes that are easy to make -- and even easier to enjoy!
Where Ellen Shops
Websites
Books Ellen Reads
It’s not always easy to find places to shop to maintain your healthy lifestyle. Luckily, I’ve done some legwork for you. Click here to see a list of vegan-friendly places.
Check out these businesses and organizations that I support. You can also find great ways to volunteer by clicking here.
Here are some great books. I may not have a fancy book club or anything, but I can recommend some good ones.
Definitions
Vegan: A person who does not eat or use animal products of any kind (including meat, dairy and leather items).
Vegetarian: A person who does not eat meat products.
Pescetarian: A person who eats no meat products with the exception of fish. A lot of people will use this as a bridge to convert to vegetarianism.
Tofu: A soft, high-protein food made from soybean milk.
Tempeh: A food that originated in Indonesia, made from cultured soybeans. Since it retains the whole soybean (unlike tofu), it is a source of higher protein, fiber and vitamins. It also has firmer texture and stronger flavor, and is a widely used meat substitute.
Seitan: A meat substitute made entirely of wheat gluten. It is an alternative to soybean-based substitutes like tofu, and has texture and consistency very similar to meat.
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