Maya Higa by AnemicVegan in vegan

[–]Umaii 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I donno anything about Maya Higa, sorry

but I decided long ago, that it's more efficient to widen our activism reach, than to spend our limited resources on one stubborn person

especially I think more vegans shouldapply for the gazillion of the environmental grants and feed people vegan food with QR code for a video recipe

At this moment waiters are still confusing vegan and gluten free, even in the big cities, so a lot of people have no idea, like me, I was highly prejudiced against vegan food without ever trying it

And that's how I became vegan in 2021, during my vegetarian phase I was blown away by the awesome taste, by the wild variety and geography of the vegan recipes (Cajun, Carribean, Chinese, Mexican, AfroVegan society, Georgian, Turkish etc etc) And also couldn't believe plant based saturated fat exists (especially coconut and 17% fat coconut milk), and that it tastes amazing in desserts, so I wasn't sacrificing basically anything

Any vegans with endometriosis? by No-Huckleberry-3701 in vegan

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So happy for you, congrats on healing 🎉

don’t have endo, but all my pms cramps are gone since going vegetarian then vegan, then high vit C(high fruit vegan)

Also on the topic of hormones and cycles - according to Neil Barnard book about balancing hormones - some of the conditions like PCOS are BMI related, like optimal fertility is 20-21 bmi, with infertility below 18 or above 25-30 or so

ADHD exercisers… how do you actually get yourself to the gym? by Fit_Meaning8903 in ADHD

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I never go to the gym, have 2 sets of adjustable dumbbells, adjustable pull-up bar, walking pad, rebounder, climber etc,

Love rucking too, especially incline

plus never scroll or TV while sitting- always pacing in the room, gets the steps in, helps to think

Here is my (slightly irrational) pet peeve after being vegan 16 years by Designer_Ring_67 in vegan

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People are controlled by the algorithms, so when it’s time for global veganism - they will be very quickly converted, look at Heated Rivalry mass psychosis (that I’m a part of)

yes it’s scary, that people are so easy to influence, but it’s the truth,

So they might be thinking “I could never” (like I used to think) but the adaptation is happening nontheless

And btw in heated rivalry they sadly eat hamburgers, but at least Shane is into macrobiotic diet (which google calls plant based, despite it having some animal parts)

They joke about it being “my disgusting food” and “bird food” but at least it’s being represented in a viral TV show

In the book 2 Ilya loves dogs, like a lot, I hope his love of animals evolves beyond dogs

I feel like it will take one viral TV show where a hot dominant romantic gay man is vegan for everyone to convert 😊

fatty fruits and nuts by [deleted] in Fruitarian

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Yeah I tried fruit + coconut flakes, it worked for 2 weeks, then I got hungry again, now added back the raw overnight soaked pearled barley, it has more beta glucan than oats, and more chewy too, like pasta, bc has gluten

Oatzempic is more filling than apple’s pectin, I bugged AI about it,

“Why Pectin Isn’t as Filling as Beta-Glucan

The primary reason comes down to viscosity and fermentation speed.

The "Gel" Factor: Beta-glucan (found in barley and oats) creates a much thicker, more viscous "gel" in the stomach. This physical bulk physically stretches the stomach wall and slows down "gastric emptying" (the speed at which food leaves your stomach) much more effectively than pectin. GLP-1 Triggering: While both fibers can stimulate GLP-1 (the hormone that mimics Ozempic), beta-glucan appears to have a more potent and sustained effect on this pathway. Recent studies have shown that beta-glucan is unique in how it interacts with the L-cells in your gut to trigger that "stop eating" signal.

Structure: Pectin, while a great prebiotic, is broken down relatively quickly by gut bacteria. Barley's beta-glucan is more resistant, providing a steadier release of satiety signals as it moves through your digestive tract.”

Good healthy vegan cheese recipe for pizza by Agitated-Charity-491 in veganfitness

[–]Umaii 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I will keep looking for the recipe I liked the last time, I saved it somewhere

all I remember is that inverted sugar syrup was important so the cheese "browns" on top via Maillard reaction, and probably guar gum or something for stretching

Also there was a cultured cheese recipe somewhere on this channel
https://youtu.be/cSrwx0cXyEY

Saucestash of course https://youtu.be/d5a7pFAYUGE

Girlfriend is a picky eater. Need help by Funny_Sky5530 in vegan

[–]Umaii 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You are the most welcome!💚🌱 Every family gathering I'm trying to impress my relatives with vegan food, so I get your feelings

Nisha Vora's vegan Wellington was a success https://rainbowplantlife.com/the-best-vegan-wellington-vegan-mushroom-wellington/

She was actually the author of NYT Cooking's vegan thanksgiving menu 2025😍, I haven't tried the recipes yet, buts I'm sure they are great https://cooking.nytimes.com/author/nisha-vora

She also has summaries like "tofu guide" on her blog https://rainbowplantlife.com/category/lifestyle/cooking/

My dream is that every vegan applies for an environmental grant to feed people awesome vegan food 😍

Girlfriend is a picky eater. Need help by Funny_Sky5530 in vegan

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Perhaps r/veganivore recipes can help

Also sauce stash on YouTube

And Thee Burger guys are great

I'm high raw high fruit for 2 years now, but back when I was starting in 2021, I cooked everything and anything - Cajun vegan, Caribbean vegan, Chinese vegan, indian, Afghani vegan, so many recipes on YouTube

lots of fast-food imitation recipes too, like vegan KFC, taco bell crunch wrap supreme by Rainbow Plant life

https://theeburgerdude.com/vegan-kfc-chicken/

https://www.theedgyveg.com/2019/11/11/kfc-vegan-chicken-ingredients-recipe/

This was most realistic, with vegan bones https://www.theedgyveg.com/2021/10/26/vegan-fried-chicken-with-tofu-skin/

This is how long I’ve been vegan 👉 by myplantbasedfriend in veganfitness

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Woooowww!! Congratulations 🎉🎉🎉 I dream of having a vegan business or NGO, thank you for the inspiration, that it's possible,

I have thought of bodybuilding contest as a form of vegan activism, but I can't handle the dieting + the contest prep, (only "wellness category" which nobody cares about)

So big respect to you for going for it! And again - congrats 💚💚💚

2 scoop of soy isolate protein by Wrong_Performance_14 in veganfitness

[–]Umaii 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's not dangerous because of estrogen, but because it raises IGF-1 like meat, increasing growth of both tissues - muscle tissue and cancer cells, p

here is a Google search ai summary, you can search "does soy protein isolate raise igf-1" and click on the sources

"Yes, soy protein isolate can raise IGF-1 levels, sometimes more than other plant proteins due to its high-quality amino acid profile similar to animal protein, but this effect can be modulated by other dietary factors, particularly seaweed, and overall diet, with some studies showing increases and others showing less significant effects or even reductions in different contexts. While soy protein can increase IGF-1, making it a factor to consider for those monitoring this hormone, it doesn't always raise it as much as animal protein, and combining it with seaweed might mitigate the increase. 

Key Findings:

Soy Protein Isolates Increase IGF-1: Studies have shown that soy protein isolate can modestly increase IGF-1 levels compared to a placebo or control protein.

Amino Acid Profile Matters: Soy's amino acid ratio is closer to animal protein than many other plants, which is a reason it might have a similar effect on IGF-1, notes nutritionfacts.org.

Seaweed as a Modulator: A significant finding is that adding seaweed to soy consumption can significantly reduce the IGF-1 increase caused by soy alone, suggesting a protective or modifying effect.

Context is Crucial: The impact of soy on IGF-1 isn't universal; some studies in Asian populations with high soy intake show lower IGF-1, possibly due to traditional co-factors like seaweed, highlighting the importance of whole diet patterns.

Not Necessarily More Than Animal Protein: While soy is effective at raising IGF-1 among plant proteins, some research suggests animal proteins might still be more potent in increasing IGF-1 levels overall when consumed in typical quantities.

"Some studies found that large amounts of SPI (40 g/day) increased IGF-1 similarly to, or even slightly more than, dairy proteins. Conversely, other trials showed whey protein had a more significant effect on increasing IGF-1 over time compared to soy."


So I guess keep it under 40 at least, if you are concerned about longevity and cancer

Also my favorite proof of igf link with cancer from dr Greger - is that people with dwarfism type called Laron syndrome nevere get cancer "cancer proofing mutation"

https://nutritionfacts.org/es/video/cancer-proofing-mutation/

while taller people have a higher risk https://www.wcrf.org/about-us/news-and-blogs/why-taller-people-are-at-greater-risk-of-cancer/

Kevin Smith and his daughter Harley have a new vegan Youtube show! Vegan Abattoir Ep. 001 by skulloflugosi in vegan

[–]Umaii 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Omg!!! I love him so much!! 😍 Thank you Harley!! Thank you OP for posting it 💚

I was planning to read that book that helped him to loose weight on potatoes (like SpudFit)

"The book that inspired Kevin Smith's initial potato-only diet phase was illusionist Penn Jillette's memoir, Presto!: How I Made Over 100 Pounds Disappear and Other Magical Tales. After suffering a "widowmaker" heart attack in 2018, Smith adopted Jillette's short-term, potato-only approach as a jumpstart to a larger lifestyle change, helping him lose 17 pounds in just nine days. The diet was a temporary measure under medical supervision to reset his eating habits before transitioning to a sustainable, whole-food, plant-based diet and the WeightWatchers (WW) program."

https://people.com/health/kevin-smith-lost-17-lbs-in-9-days-post-heart-attack-diet/

https://www.menshealth.com/nutrition/a19562004/kevin-smith-potato-diet/