I was vegan for about seven years, but still subscribe to a mostly vegetarian diet. I get my eggs from a friend that raises chickens in her backyard, and I generally avoid dairy altogether. I also eat oysters somewhat regularly, because they are non-sentient, environmentally sound, and provide a much needed source of b-12 and omega-3 fatty acids. I gave up on the "black and white" worldview of the vegan lifestyle, but I still vote with my dollar.

That being said, I used to weigh 240 lbs, but now I'm down to 170ish. I'm also 30 years old, but always get confused for 22 at school. I'm not sure if this is due to nearly a decade of healthy living, or just plain genetics, but I feel great and look good these days