Guest guest Posted November 10, 2006 Report Share Posted November 10, 2006 Hi all, I joined YLD two months ago, and came over to this group for some vegetarian ideas, because I want to move towards this. But recently, my DD has expressed interest in becoming vegetarian as well. What I was wondering was, could someone tell me (1) a typical day's meals, and (2) also a list of typical vegetarian substitutions. I am thinking of something similar to what Kathleen provided for non-vegetarians starting out on step 1... Thank you! Ruth Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 10, 2006 Report Share Posted November 10, 2006 , " ruthkohno " <thekohnos wrote: > Good question, Ruth. I would like to know that also. I have been a vegetarian (no meat, fish, chicken, cheese, or eggs) for 6 years. But, since trying to do Step 1 for the past month I have found myself eating cheese, eggs, and meat almost everyday! I hate that! So, yes, please tell us what you eat for the day! Thanks, Vicky > Hi all, > > I joined YLD two months ago, and came over to this group for some > vegetarian ideas, because I want to move towards this. But recently, my > DD has expressed interest in becoming vegetarian as well. What I was > wondering was, could someone tell me (1) a typical day's meals, and (2) > also a list of typical vegetarian substitutions. I am thinking of > something similar to what Kathleen provided for non-vegetarians > starting out on step 1... > > Thank you! > Ruth > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 11, 2006 Report Share Posted November 11, 2006 Ruth/Vicky, Typical Breakfast: Oatmeal with 2 scoops of protein powder. Shredded Wheat with 2 scoops of protein powder Cottage Cheese & Whole Wheat Toast. Hardboiled Eggs and Whole Wheat Toast Tofu Squares & Shredded Wheat. Sometimes Tuna Sandwich on Whole Wheat Bread. Lot's of water.... Bob , " Vicky " <health4him wrote: > > , " ruthkohno " <thekohnos@> > wrote: > > > Good question, Ruth. > I would like to know that also. I have been a vegetarian (no meat, > fish, chicken, cheese, or eggs) for 6 years. But, since trying to do > Step 1 for the past month I have found myself eating cheese, eggs, and > meat almost everyday! I hate that! > So, yes, please tell us what you eat for the day! > Thanks, Vicky > > > > Hi all, > > > > I joined YLD two months ago, and came over to this group for some > > vegetarian ideas, because I want to move towards this. But recently, my > > DD has expressed interest in becoming vegetarian as well. What I was > > wondering was, could someone tell me (1) a typical day's meals, and (2) > > also a list of typical vegetarian substitutions. I am thinking of > > something similar to what Kathleen provided for non-vegetarians > > starting out on step 1... > > > > Thank you! > > Ruth > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 11, 2006 Report Share Posted November 11, 2006 Hi Ruth, I found myself going over and eating more animal products when I started too. It bothered me as well. Recently, I just started sprouting, lentils, beans, other sprouts. I think the key is organization, and planning. I always have some bean/lentil soaking ready to cook. Pressure cooking beans is fast, 15 minutes. Here is a list of what I have been eating the past couple of weeks. I am also glad to move back to more vegetarian items. Although if I need a change, have a little cheese, cottage cheese, yogurt, or kefir. Although not vegetarian, alaskan wild salmon has omega 3's. I drink soy milk or make my own nut milks. When I first became a veggie, I noticed it was better for me not to try to find a similate animal products. It never tastes like what I remembered. Whole grains and lentils are healthier. There is an interesting raw protein powder on natures first law website. I have not tried it but a non radiant friend who is into raw food love's it. A lot of radiant people like George's shake. Breakfast: Protein smoothie, bowl of veggies or oatmeal, or yam. Sometimes I put celery or spinach in my smoothie to get a serving of veggies. I often put kefir in my smoothies. A little fruit too, berries, 1/2 banana. But I eat a bowl of something on the side to slow the digestion down so I am not hungry before lunch. Sometimes I just eat left over beans and rice, and veggies. Lunch: Tofu, beans, lentils, salad, rice , millet or quinoa, corn or brown rice tortillas. Boca burgers are also great. They have lots of protein. Dinner: Same as lunch, unless I am on the run, I may make a smoothie, and steam broccoli and head out the door. It travels well too, especially in the winter, or on ice. When I am out I always keep an apple and some nuts with me if I get hungry. I need to get used to taking my bedtime potato with me whe I am out so I don't feel I have to get home to keep on track. Hope it helps. A good vegetarian cookbook may help as well. ~Deanna Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 12, 2006 Report Share Posted November 12, 2006 Hi Bob and Deanna, and Vicky!! Thanks SOOO much for the suggestions! It is very helpful to see the direction I am going. If anyone else has other alternatives, I would like to hear them. I have never been a vegetarian. But, have always had it in the back of my mind. Even before finding RR, I always had a sense of needing protein to prevent me from getting too hungry or feeling bad, but I never knew why, it was just sort of intuitive. Now, trying to stick to the protein, I am eating way more protein than I have ever eaten my whole life. And while I feel better when doing the food and sticking to step 1, I also feel I am eating too much meat and cheese and eggs, so really want to cut back and substitute with veggie stuff. It will be a long haul, I know, because I have never tried to cook beans much, and have never considered veggies for breakfast! Thanks for the support. Thanks again! Ruth PS. About how much fruit do you have a day? Is it always with a meal? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 12, 2006 Report Share Posted November 12, 2006 Ruth, YOUR WELCOME.... Fruit = no more then two per day, like a regular size orange or apple, not like a whole pineapple or watermelon... Bob , " ruthkohno " <thekohnos wrote: > > Hi Bob and Deanna, and Vicky!! > > Thanks SOOO much for the suggestions! It is very helpful to see the > direction I am going. If anyone else has other alternatives, I would > like to hear them. > > I have never been a vegetarian. But, have always had it in the back > of my mind. Even before finding RR, I always had a sense of needing > protein to prevent me from getting too hungry or feeling bad, but I > never knew why, it was just sort of intuitive. Now, trying to stick > to the protein, I am eating way more protein than I have ever eaten > my whole life. And while I feel better when doing the food and > sticking to step 1, I also feel I am eating too much meat and cheese > and eggs, so really want to cut back and substitute with veggie > stuff. > > It will be a long haul, I know, because I have never tried to cook > beans much, and have never considered veggies for breakfast! Thanks > for the support. > > Thanks again! > Ruth > > PS. About how much fruit do you have a day? Is it always with a meal? > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 13, 2006 Report Share Posted November 13, 2006 Hey there Ruth, Vicky, Another veg item is tempeh. Since I was eating a carb before bed. I was eating salad and tempeh for dinner. Since I was trying to reduce my weight. Which I have. 13 lbs. and I am getting smaller and smaller. I have also become more regular with stretching and yoga for sciatic back pain releif. So weight and inches are still coming off. I also walk and will start some weight resistent training. It is great not be concerned about weight anymore. RR has really helped me manage my mind and body. Getting to know your local health food store, is another good way to increase natural and veg foods. Relying less on packaged foods is good for our bodies and pocket book. ~Deanna Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 13, 2006 Report Share Posted November 13, 2006 My typical food day goes like this: Breakfast: cottage cheese, pineapple, whole wheat toast Lunch: something with beans (Indian food, Mexican food, casseroles, etc.) Dinner: something with tofu (stir-fry, veggie hot dogs, tofu wrap, etc.) The reality is much more complicated than that, but that's the gist of it. Blessings, Sharon in CAruthkohno <thekohnos wrote: Hi all,I joined YLD two months ago, and came over to this group for some vegetarian ideas, because I want to move towards this. But recently, my DD has expressed interest in becoming vegetarian as well. What I was wondering was, could someone tell me (1) a typical day's meals, and (2)also a list of typical vegetarian substitutions. I am thinking of something similar to what Kathleen provided for non-vegetarians starting out on step 1...Thank you!Ruth Check out the all-new Mail beta - Fire up a more powerful email and get things done faster. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 13, 2006 Report Share Posted November 13, 2006 Deanna, how do you like to make your tempeh? Tina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 14, 2006 Report Share Posted November 14, 2006 Hi Tina, "Deanna, how do you like to make your tempeh? Tina" Uhh, hate to say I am not that creative with tempeh. I just stir fry in a cast iron skillet, and add some Bragg liquid aminos for seasoning. I put in in a salad, when I am having a salad meal w/o a grain. I am sure you can find recipes online. You can use it just as you would tofu: in stir frys, as a sandwich, chow mein, it also goes well with any sauce and brown rice. ~Deanna Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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