Staying Blissful: Going Vegan the Greener Way?

While surfing on the internet a few weeks ago, I saw that actress Alicia Silverstone (Love her! Clueless is a classic!) had written a book on going vegan called The Kind Diet. I had to buy it! I learned a lot about the food industry and the treatment of animals. I hate to admit it but I had a vague idea of what was going on before, but pushed it to the back of my mind and didn't look into it. Not anymore! I actually got very teary when reading about how the animals were treated.

The part that really hit home for me (not that the stuff about the animals wasn’t bad!) was all the information about how the meat and dairy industries are affecting our environment! From greenhouse gases to water waste to toxins in our food. And so my ah-ha moment: Diet decisions affect the environment in a big way. As someone who cares about the quality of air, water and food for future generations, this new connection has affected me and I have made changes in my food choices as a result.

This book was great. Alicia is never preachy, just informative. The diet itself is quite flexible and takes into account those who are far from vegan and those who are full on.

It's been 2 weeks so far since I have started and things I have noticed is smoother, softer skin, better digestion, more control over emotions and feeling less heavy. I don't know how long I can stick to it since it's just the beginning, but I’m trying and hoping to get the the holidays without going nuts! I know for sure that I won't be eating the same way again.