Comments on: Tips for Beginning Vegans: Label Reading

By: Different, But Better Than Before « Going Vegan in a Non-Vegan World

Different, But Better Than Before « Going Vegan in a Non-Vegan World — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 08:03:33 +0000

[...] first I read every label in the store. I still read labels but I now know what to look for and can quickly determine if something is vegan or not. Shopping is no more of an effort than it was before going vegan. But it is far less [...]

By: Cassie

Cassie — Sat, 30 Jul 2011 02:39:51 +0000

Thanks for this great post. I’ve been thriving on a vegan lifestyle for just about two months. I feel great, have more energy than I have since I was a teenager, and sleep for about 2-3 hours less each night (I was sleeping too much before). I’ve also lost about fifteen pounds. All of these physical benefits are just secondary about how good it feels to live a peaceful lifestyle for which no animals need to suffer.

This site is full of great information and is very inspirational. Thank you!

By: Cassandra

Cassandra — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 23:44:53 +0000

has anyone ever fasted?? its like a religious ethiopian thing. so these cats go vegan for 2 months and then feast on whatever they want once its over. i decided to try it(as well as make a few other changes) for a month. i am thinking of becoming a permanent vegan or vegetarian. but im mexican and i keep thinking of all of grandma’s foods that i wouldnt be able to eat. is it wrong to be a part-time vegan for health purposes only rather than moral?
^dont judge.

By: Suus

Suus — Tue, 22 Feb 2011 07:21:54 +0000

For the Europeans and people living in Europe or traveling there

This list is of all the E-numbers that contain animal products or by products.

http://www.food-info.net/uk/qa/qa-fi45.

It would be so helpfull if they make this worldwide.

In any case all the tips above are helpfull and very appreciated.

Thank you.

By: Nat

Nat — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 08:17:10 +0000

I can’t find the ipod list that Mitch posted the link for… can anyone help please?

By: Deep Roots » Blog Archive » Carnival of Empty Cages #6

Deep Roots » Blog Archive » Carnival of Empty Cages #6 — Tue, 02 Oct 2007 17:12:58 +0000

[...] new vegans, Ryan at The Veg Blog has some good tips on label reading for beginners. He also compiled a list of 10 Ways To Be A Kick-Ass [...]

By: David

David — Wed, 27 Jun 2007 17:47:43 +0000

green and black’s bars

Most of their bars have the disclaimer that they are made on shared equipment.

By: ridgerunner

ridgerunner — Fri, 02 Mar 2007 20:24:38 +0000

Actually, according to "The Scientific Basis of Vegetarianism", by William Harris M.D., many plant foods do contain trace amounts of cholesterol. The amounts are so small, however, that when reported, they round down to zero for any normal portion size. Note that Dr Harris is a long time expert in optimal human nutrition (plant based) and has been a vegan for 50+ years. He would also recommend that for optimal health, you eat your greens, fruits and beans before those grains and starchy vegetables.

By: ryan

ryan — Tue, 13 Feb 2007 15:27:31 +0000

Anyways, those vegan bars probably have cocoa butter (natural derivative of the cacau bean) or safflower oil in them which may account for the cholesterol. These are non-animal products. All types of olive oil have cholesterol, as well as other plant and seed based oils.

Sorry, you’re dead wrong here. As mentioned above, only animal products have cholesterol. Check the label on your olive oil.

I think you’re thinking of saturated fat, which is completely different.

By: mikep

mikep — Tue, 13 Feb 2007 14:34:54 +0000

Ok, I’m basically a vegan (i like milk) and I don’t think it’s that hard to buy vegan products. I mean if you’re buying/ eating something with lots of ingredients than aren’t you kind of missing the big picture. I thought vegan/ vegetarianism was about consuming foods that, aside from being meat free, are natural and unrefined. What has happened to eating fresh (or frozen) fruits and veggies, whole grains, beans, and legumes? Use fresh herbs and spices to experiment with flavor. Try your hands at some vegan baking or research some interesting ethnic recipes. I dunno, maybe I’m crazy but I def don’t want all of that processed crap in my body (food made with shared machines, come one, those coporate mindf***s dont care about me, you, or your vegan friends).
Anyways, those vegan bars probably have cocoa butter (natural derivative of the cacau bean) or safflower oil in them which may account for the cholesterol. These are non-animal products. All types of olive oil have cholesterol, as well as other plant and seed based oils.

By: philip

philip — Sun, 11 Feb 2007 08:49:40 +0000

i noticed that on the green and black’s mint bar a few weeks ago, also! i sent them a question and they have not responded either! i wonder how many inquiries they get about it…

By: almost vegetarian

almost vegetarian — Sat, 10 Feb 2007 22:11:53 +0000

Incredibly helpful, that. Much thanks, indeed!

By: Crystal

Crystal — Thu, 08 Feb 2007 00:02:10 +0000

Wow! Thanks for the advice. I am a recent vegetarian (turning vegan). If any one has any other advice as to where I can purchase vegan products. (I live in Louisiana and vegan products are extremely limited!!!!)

By: Chava

Chava — Mon, 05 Feb 2007 14:50:47 +0000

Just wanted to point out that eggs are also pareve, so check for that too if you’re going by the kosher label.

By: Mindy

Mindy — Sat, 03 Feb 2007 19:11:27 +0000

I have recently seen that the Mint bar from Green & Black says “Suitable for vegetarians and vegans” but also shows it having 4 (somethings)(mg?) of Cholesterol! I haven’t heard back from them yet on why this is. :(