Vegan Diet
Being vegan is a big commitment that many people find highly rewarding. Maybe you’re a vegan devotee looking for diet information, more vegan recipes and other vegans to share them with. Perhaps you're just beginning to consider changing your lifestyle. Either way, the Vegan Diet Web Guide is filled with vegan recipes and information that helps you keep it green and animal-friendly.
Expand All Guide SectionsVegan Essentials
More than a diet, veganism is a lifestyle choice. Find Web resources on vegan essentials, including an overview of what veganism is, a history of the vegan movement and how to become vegan.
Insights for Vegan Essentials
- Throughout this guide you’ll encounter some sites with graphic images. Many sites that ardently promote animal advocacy should be avoided by children, and by squeamish adults.
- Global warming and climate change are worldwide topics of conversation. Now add veganism to the list of ways that you can help reverse the damage. Articles from PETA UK and The New York Times discuss how eating meat may harm the planet.
Top Sites for Vegan Essentials
For an overview of veganism …
Vegan Action
explains the vegan lifestyle in brief, and offers suggested ingredient substitutes, recipes, tips for dining out, and places to purchase vegan clothing.
Action For Animals
offers a detailed article that describes the principles behind veganism. Use the links to other worthwhile articles in PDF format at the bottom of this page.
For history of the vegan movement …
Grassroots Veganism
provides a detailed history of veganism, focusing on the origin of the word and the philosophy of the first vegans.
For arguments in favor of veganism …
GoVeg.com,
one of PETA’s (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) more than 60 Web sites, provides a wealth of reasons and incentives that support animal-free living.
ChooseVeg.com
is the site of Mercy For Animals, a nonprofit animal advocacy organization. The site presents a three-part argument for becoming vegan: “for the animals,” “for our earth” and “for your health.” Be aware of graphic video footage of a slaughterhouse, included in the “for the animals” section.
Veganet
is a site in an online index created by students. This section has many arguments for adopting a vegan lifestyle.
For becoming a vegan …
HowToDoThings
has a comprehensive article on “How To Be Vegan,” with 18 detailed pieces of advice. Learn how to read labels and how to look for hidden animal by-products in food.
Natural Family Online
has an article discussing the transition from vegetarianism to veganism. A step-by-step strategy is presented, along with advice for avoiding common pitfalls.
Vegan Nutrition
You can get all of your daily nutritional requirements by consuming strictly animal-free foods. Use ... read more »
Vegan Recipes
Although veganism is a lifestyle choice, following a specific diet is the crux of the decision. ... read more »
Vegan Shopping
Vegan shopping online can be an eye-opener: The amount of vegan food, clothing and ... read more »
Vegan News
As the vegan lifestyle grows in popularity, so do sites that offer news and up-to-date information ... read more »
The Vegan Community
Vegans, unite! The Web provides blogs and forums to help you connect with the vegan ... read more »
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