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[Guest guest]

Hello,

 

My sister-in-law recently sent one of Ani Phyo's cookbooks, and I loved it! I

hadn't previously considered becoming a vegan because I have so many allergies

to various beans, soy, and many grains, but looking at her recipes, I'm thinking

this may be something I can do after all - I could eat all but a handful of

recipes and was so happy! I am personally not pursuing veganism because of

ethics/morals (although I respect others opinions), but I do appreciate the

numerous health benefits that can be realized. My doctor has been encouraging

me to eat more vegan meals because animal proteins can increase lupus symptoms.

I have systemic lupus erythematosus and am fortunate enough to be able to manage

without immune suppressants (steroids, chemo, etc.) for now and hope that

healthy living will continue to grant me more time without resorting to more

toxic medications. For now I am trying the diet part time to see how things go.

Because of my lupus, I have problems absorbing nutrients and may have to resort

to animal protein occassionally. I'm hopeful though. Previously I was on whole

food diet with animal protein added to the majority of meals. I am not a

stranger to making all of my own meals.

 

I look forward to mostly lurking and learning more. Thanks for letting me join.

 

Cami