Going vegetarian

Question

I'm hoping to get some insight here. I've been working to go vegetarian with some additional dietary restrictions, and haven't completely figured out how to get my body what it needs yet.

The big things I cannot eat are legumes and dairy. My body is very unforgiving on this.

I've been struggling with weakness and fatigue.

What is it I'm missing from my diet? What can I do differently to not feel continually hungry and weak?

Thank you for your understanding and assistance on my journey.

Crito · Answer

You're likely not hitting your daily calories.  Not being able to eat legumes is really surprising.  Most people thrive on them.  Beans and Legumes are one of the pillars of a solid vegan diet.

But calorie intake is usually the missing thing unless you're eating some vegan junk food which usually boosts it up.

Just make sure you're hitting all the daily essentials:  greens, whole grains, beans, fruits, veggies, cruciferous, nuts and seeds.  On that note, nuts and nut butters are a great way to satiate yourself and hit calorie intake along with protein and healthy fats....you can overdo it on the fats so just be careful there.

JonathanBell · Answer

Crito,

Thank you for your response. Yes, I think you are right about the calories. I understand moving from the typical high caloric density American diet to a high plant fiber diet requires greater volume, and I am working to adjust. Your list of essentials is helpful. 

I have been eating some nuts, but I think I may increase how much I'm getting by get more bulk unsalted nuts for use in dishes. I have started adding a little finishing oil to my dishes as well.

Again, thank you for your input. If you are interested in what I've been cooking, I could go into more detail.

dimamuzhetsky · Answer

1)Add soya,a soya smoothie and 2)Do a lot of outdoor activities.They can refresh your body to the degree where it might find itself doing much better.

Adrianmorales · Answer

Try spurillina it's a great option to have with meals 70 percent protein and lots of other good stuff just make sure it's good quality

VeggieGeezer · Answer

Hi. My name is Ralph aka Geezer. I have recently become a vegetarian. And loving every minute of this lifestyle. I also gave up drinking and vapeing as well. I find that taking iron tablets and vitamin B12 tablets also helps. I really do feel a lot more healthy now. Good luck with you journey. I hope it all goes well for you . Feel free to come over and say hi and make friends.

JonathanBell · Answer

I wanted to take a moment to say thank you again to everyone who contributed to this thread.

A quick update - Several iterations in, this dish has only improved. Unsalted almonds and avocado oil are getting me much closer to my required caloric intake, and I am feeling better than ever.

Thanks again.

dimamuzhetsky · Answer

Milk is admitted as going badly by TOO many vegetarians.As for legumes,i MYSELF avoid them-they strangely are badly digested and going weakly for me!So you are not alone in your hate to those 2 foods!

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