Veggie Vocabulary

Well done! You got through Day 1 of your 7-Day VegWeek VegPledge. The first day of anything new can be a challenge – but tell the truth now – it was easier than you thought, wasn’t it? And it just gets easier!

Now is the perfect time to discover some new-to-you foods – like tofu, seitan, tempeh, and dairy-free milk! Here are some recipes to get you started:

• BBQ Seitan Sandwiches or Sloppy Moes
• Lots of Layers Lasagna
• Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie

Visit VegRecipes.org for more quick and easy meal ideas! »

Veg Eating on a Budget

Choosing vegetarian foods isn’t just about being green. It’s about saving green! It’s easy – and very affordable – to eat meat-free.

Try these money-saving suggestions:

• Consume whole foods, which are both cheap and healthy.
• Plan meals in advance to ensure you buy only the groceries you need.
• Pack your lunch or cook dinner at home.
• Buy grains, pasta, and beans in bulk.
• Take advantage of the discounts restaurants are offering during VegWeek.

More meal ideas that make pigs AND your piggy bank happy. »

Tweeting or Writing About #VegWeek?

If you’re writing about your meat-free adventures, let us know! Either mention us @TryVeg with hashtag #VegWeek, or send us your articles or blogs directly – we’d love to hear from you!

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An Apple a Day…

The old adage is very much true! The American Dietetic Association states that “appropriately planned vegetarian diets are healthful, nutritionally adequate, and provide health benefits in the prevention and treatment of certain diseases.”

For more nutrition facts and advice, check out Dr. Michael Greger, M.D.’s “Latest in Clinical Nutrition” DVDs. »

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