Our Vegan Family

Plant-Based Eating On A Budget

One of the first complaints people will have when they talk to you about eating vegan is how expensive it is to eat that way. It can be if you’re using all the meat replacements in the freezer section, but it doesn’t have to be. First big tip is to cook your own food. Try not to depend on meat replacements. You can even make some really cheap things like ramen work, if you use your own seasoning. Try to shop only once a week and use what you have. It’ll help to prepare and plan meals ahead of time. When you do shop, stick to the outer perimeter of the store because that’s where the produce and healthier options tend to be. Staples like beans and rice are great to buy in bulk. If you are at a fast food place, just get the salad. Before you go though, research which dressings are available that are vegan and know if you’ll have to ask for no cheese, no egg, or no meat. It can be done as long as you’re clear on your goals and you stick to them.  You can search for vegan restaurants near you using https://www.happycow.net/ [https://www.happycow.net/] We’ll be sharing updates on salad dressings and restaurants in our community! https://icbiv.captivate.fm/supersecret [https://icbiv.captivate.fm/supersecret] Music credit: Cafe Lounge by FASSounds A Podcast Launch Bestie [https://www.angiemjordan.com/podcast-launch-bestie] production Mentioned in this episode: Join the community >> [https://icbiv.captivate.fm/supersecret]

The Do's and Don'ts of Going Vegan

We learned these the hard way, so listen up! We’re diving right into some huge tips that will make things much easier.  DO bring snacks! You can’t make good decisions hangry. DON’T just trust when someone tells you something is vegan. People don’t always know what that means. DO take a B12 supplement. Experiment with protein shakes and quick breakfasts that’ll keep you full longer, but… DON’T depend on processed foods. That’ll get you in a rut really quickly. DO have a plan to curb your cravings. DON’T feel like you have to give up on eating out. It can be done, just do your research ahead of time. You can search for vegan restaurants near you using https://www.happycow.net/ [https://www.happycow.net/] We’ll be sharing updates on salad dressings and restaurants in our community! https://icbiv.captivate.fm/supersecret [https://icbiv.captivate.fm/supersecret] Music credit: Cafe Lounge by FASSounds A Podcast Launch Bestie [https://www.angiemjordan.com/podcast-launch-bestie] production Mentioned in this episode: Join the community >> [https://icbiv.captivate.fm/supersecret]

5 Things I Wish I Knew

Before going vegan, there were some things we wish we knew. The journey got so much easier once we figured out what to do in these 5 areas: 1. Knowing what restaurants were in our area with vegan options. Not all restaurants that have a vegan option will come up on a vegan restaurant search, so look around and find them. 2. Knowing our triggers and how to avoid getting hangry. Starting out especially, the hardest part was making sure that there were enough snacks available so we didn’t default to something easy and fall off the wagon. 3. Knowing what food that wasn’t meat related was actually vegan. There are often non-vegan ingredients.  4. Finding a local vegan community. It always helps to find like-minded people to share ideas and resources. 5. Know and use your alternate protein sources. You can search for vegan restaurants near you using https://www.happycow.net/ [https://www.happycow.net/] Don't want to give up your sweet tooth? Who said you had to? Head over to southernrootsvegan.com [https://southernrootsvegan.com/] where we recreate southern classics with a vegan twist. Use promo code PODCAST for 20% off your first order! Join our community at https://icbiv.captivate.fm/supersecret [https://icbiv.captivate.fm/supersecret] Music credit: Cafe Lounge by FASSounds A Podcast Launch Bestie [https://www.angiemjordan.com/podcast-launch-bestie] production Mentioned in this episode: Join the community >> [https://icbiv.captivate.fm/supersecret]

What Are We Gonna Eat?

Welcome back! Today we’re going to talk about how to manage road snacks, eating out, and how to feel full. Going on road trips or going out to restaurants can be difficult, but preparation is key. Here are some tips from our experiences: 1. Pack lots of snacks. 2. Research restaurants before you go and if there’s no vegan option there, eat before you go. 3. Know yourself and your limitations. 4. Bring your own dish to family functions or potlucks. If you’re ever in San Antonio, definitely check out Binge Kitchen, Project Pollo, Cake Thieves, Blissful Burgers, and Earth Burger. You can search for vegan restaurants near you using https://www.happycow.net/ [https://www.happycow.net/] Don't want to give up your sweet tooth? Who said you had to? Head over to southernrootsvegan.com [https://southernrootsvegan.com/] where we recreate southern classics with a vegan twist. Use promo code PODCAST for 20% off your first order! Join our community at https://icbiv.captivate.fm/supersecret [https://icbiv.captivate.fm/supersecret] Music credit: Cafe Lounge by FASSounds A Podcast Launch Bestie [https://www.angiemjordan.com/podcast-launch-bestie] production Mentioned in this episode: Join the community >> [https://icbiv.captivate.fm/supersecret]

Our Vegan Family

With me today is my husband Marcus and we’re going to talk about how he was able to change his diet overnight and why he really decided to. We’ll touch on how to help your kids transition to a vegan diet, the importance of snacking, our goals for Southern Roots to be a part of senior care, and much more. You can search for vegan restaurants near you using https://www.happycow.net/ [https://www.happycow.net/] Don't want to give up your sweet tooth? Who said you had to? Head over to southernrootsvegan.com [https://southernrootsvegan.com/] where we recreate southern classics with a vegan twist. Use promo code PODCAST for 20% off your first order! Join our community at https://icbiv.captivate.fm/supersecret [https://icbiv.captivate.fm/supersecret] Music credit: Cafe Lounge by FASSounds A Podcast Launch Bestie [https://www.angiemjordan.com/podcast-launch-bestie] production Mentioned in this episode: Join the community >> [https://icbiv.captivate.fm/supersecret]