Confession Time
Confession: What brought me to plant-based eating isn’t what motivates me today. Nope, it was laziness. Let me explain.
I fell in love with a man who’d been a dedicated vegan for six years. I was an omnivore—no real thought to what I ate, no consideration for nutrition, carbs, fats, or protein ratios. I ate whatever was easy. He, on the other hand, carefully balanced his meals.
When we moved in together, it just made sense to adopt his way of eating. It was simpler than cooking separate meals, especially since my diet wasn’t exactly a culinary masterpiece. Plus, when you’re in love, you’re ready to turn your whole world upside down. So, I jumped into the vegan lifestyle.
At first, it was all about convenience—flash-frozen veggies and plant-based products mixed into quick meals. Add a spinach base, and voilà, dinner was served.
Fast forward six years, and I’m fully committed to the plant-based lifestyle. My approach has evolved as I’ve learned more about nutrition and the quality of various plant-based foods. I still love the simplicity, but now it’s more about health and sustainability than avoiding double duty in the kitchen.
Confession #2: I Eat Fish and Eggs Sometimes
Traveling changed my perspective. In some countries, plant-based options aren’t exactly easy to come by (looking at you, France). To keep my nutrition balanced, I’ve added a bit of fish and eggs back into my diet.
Eggs and tofu a favorite protein packed combo of mine!
Why am I sharing this? Because you don’t have to be 100% plant-based to reap the benefits of eating more plants. If going all-in works for you, great! But sustainability is the key to any lifestyle change. That’s why so many diets fail—they’re too restrictive. Keto? High fat. Paleo? Rules galore. Juicing? Sugar overload.
Why Plant-Based (With Wiggle Room) Works
Sometimes, it’s important to pause and ask: Is my diet balanced and meeting my goals? For me, a mostly plant-based lifestyle with occasional adjustments is the sweet spot. Here’s why:
Fruits and Veggies Galore: Yay for nutrients and what joy in eating all the colors!
Kiwis, so underrated!
No Dairy Drama: Skip the unnecessary fats and sugars, keep the calcium with leafy greens and tofu.
Meat Substitutes: High-quality options let you track protein, carbs, and fats easily.
The Takeaway
Plant-based living is flexible, nutrient-packed, and sustainable—a lifestyle you can stick to for the long haul.
If you want help eating Green, Wild, and Free, I’d love to work with you. Let’s meet where you are, create a plan, and crush your goals together. Cheers from your mostly plant-based friend!
