Curiosity has the best of me - Vegetarians.

[Organics North]

I am not a vegetarian yet. As I get older... My body just doesn't process meat very well. especially steak... I can't digest it. so I don't eat it. I will eat a bit of chicken now and then but it seems to be doing the same thing... don't know why... So I just try and avoid meat. I love veggies and can eat them all day long.. beans are my favorite. So it would be very simple to become a vegetarian... Not because I have an issue with animals..or such... It is just a dietary choice for my stomachs sake.

Same boat here.....

CityChicker wrote:
I have known so many vegetarians that really lived on process pasta with sauce, pizza, lasagna, etc...not a very balanced diet.

EweSheep:
I do love vegetables but my body can not take too much carbohydrates.

I really do not do well with large amounts of carbs either...

I do enjoy protein. As I get older and eat less meat, I seem to eat more beans, yogurt, cheese and so forth.

SOOOOO.
Any one have a good vegetarian calico bean recipe???

ON​

 

[Wendy'sChicksRock]

I made the decision years ago because I wanted to feel better. I had lost my DMIL to cancer, she never smoked, drank or did anything other than have a animal protien diet.I read some books ( the most amazing one was The China Study ) and was shocked to see that we can eat ourselves right into cancer if were not careful. My hubby is a BIG hunter so im not the "save the animals" type. I cook venison, the chickens we get from fair and some Laura's lean red meat. I dont eat it at all, nothing in years. I dont miss it but boy do I feel better... Really I feel less of that morning "oohh gosh I ate to much" or the puffy feeling of holding water. ( ladies will know what I mean) I do offer it for my family in small amounts because the kids need the protien and wont always eat enough of the other stuff to get it. So I guess my reason for being a VEGGIE was simple. I want to live as long as possible to be here with my chickens...

Really read that book, watch FOOD INC it will change how you feed your family for sure,


edited for some major typos...did I get them all .. Im still asleep

Wendy

 

[Katy]

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One of my daughter in laws doesn't eat pork or beef and when I make Calico Beans I just leave the bacon out of a portion of it for her. I have a tiny crockpot that I put hers in while ours go in my big one. Sometimes I'll put some turkey bacon in hers, but she likes them just as well without.

 

[Hillsvale]

Wendy'sChicksRock :

Really read that book, watch FOOD INC it will change how you feed your family for sure,

Wendy

This is why I moved to the country and started raising my own meat!!Disturbing.....​

 

[herefordlovinglady]

Trust me, I am all for the humane treatment of animals, and despise the animal cruelty that is present in this world.

My question is, is it possible to be a true vegetarian and not use anything that comes from animals? Some of the products do not lead to the death of the animal.

here is a list:

GENERAL MEDICAL & HEALTH CARE PRODUCTS

antibodies (immunoglobins)
beef insulin
bovine collagen - used as injections to fill in scars
bovine fibrinolysin (brand name- Elase) ointment for necrotic tissue
bovine super oxide - dismutase cream (Orgotein) - cosmetic skin cream to
prevent tissue aging.
bovine thrombin (brand name- Thrombinar) clotting agent for blood
culture medium - diagnosis
fetal bovine serum - tissue cultures
Hyaluronidase - efficient drug use
PTH - control tetany
pegademase - bovine derivative (brand name- Adagen)
- for patients who are immuno-compromised...helps prevent
white blood cells from breaking down.
pill capsules - GELATIN
whole serum - vaccine manufacturing

PRODUCTS FROM OVARIES
estrogen
progesterone - a reproductive hormone

PRODUCT FROM STOMACHS
pepsin - aid in protein digestion
rennet - aid in milk digestion

PRODUCTS FROM THYROIDS
bovine thyroid (Thyrar) a thyroid replacement
TSH - thyroid diagnosis
thyroid extract - hypothrodism
thyroid hormones
myxedema
cretinism

PRODUCTS FROM ADRENALS
cortisone - for arthritis, skin allergies, anti-inflammatory medicine
epinephrine - aid in raising blood pressure, heart disorders, and allergies

PRODUCTS FROM LIVERS
heparin - anti-coagulant, prevents gangrene
liver extract - treatment of anemia
intrinsic factor - pernicious anemia
Vitamin B12 - prevention of B-complex deficiencies

PRODUCTS FROM LUNGS
heparin - anti-coagulant, prevents gangrene

PRODUCTS FROM BLOOD
plasma protein
blood albumin - RH factor typing
Fraction I - hemophilia
Fraction V - kills viruses
iron for anemia
thrombin - blood coagulant
protein extracts
diagnostic microbiology

PRODUCTS FROM HOG HEARTS
heart valves for human transplant

PRODUCTS FROM INTESTINES
medical sutures - surgery

PRODUCTS FROM BONES
bone marrow - blood disorders
bone meal - calcium and phosphorous source
mineral source in supplements
collagen and bone for plastic surgery
soft cartilage - plastic surgery
xiphisternal cartilage (breastbone) plastic surgery

PRODUCTS FROM PANCREAS
chymotrypsin - contact surgery
diastase - aid in starch digestion
glucagon - treat hypoglycemia
insulin - diabetes mellitus
pancreatin - aid digestion
trypsin - for burns, wounds, and infection - promotes healing - aid in
protein
digestion and in cleaning wounds

PRODUCTS FROM PITUITARY GLANDS
ACTH - arthritis, allergies, rheumatic fever, skin and eye inflammations
pressor hormone - regulates blood pressure
prolactin - promotes lactation
vasopressin - controls intestinal and renal functions

PRODUCTS FROM SPINAL CORDS
cholesterol - hormone products

OTHER MEDICAL AND HEALTH CARE PRODUCTS
nitroglycerine
antibodies (immunoglobins)
beef insulin
bovine collagen - used as injections to fill in scars
bovine fibrinolysin (Elase - brand name) ointment for use on necrotic
tissue
bovine super oxide - dismutase cream (Orgotein) - cosmetic skin cream to
prevent tissue aging
bovine thrombin (Thrombinar - brand name) clotting agent for blood
culture medium - diagnosis
fetal bovine serum - tissue cultures
Hyaluronidase - efficient drug use
PTH - control tetany
pegademase - bovine derivative (Adagen - brand name) -
- for patients who are immuno-compromised
- helps prevent white blood cells from breaking down.
pill capsules - GELATIN
whole serum - vaccine manufacturing


*** GENERAL FOOD PRODUCTS ***

PRODUCTS FROM CATTLE, SHEEP, HOG FLESH
a huge variety of fresh, frozen, and pre-cooked meats
and prepared and processed meat products

PRODUCTS FROM MILK/DAIRY
butter
casein (proteins)
cheese and cheese products
cream
food ethanol
ice cream and ice cream mixes
lactose (carbohydrates)
milk powder
sherbet
whey (proteins)
fats (lipids)
yogurt

PRODUCTS FROM FATS AND FATTY ACIDS (edible)
chewing gum
lard
oleo margarine
oleo shortening
oleostearin
pharmaceuticals
rennet for cheese (sheep)
rennet for cheese (sheep)
shortening

PRODUCTS FROM BLOOD
blood sausage
bone meal
cake mixes
deep-fry batters
egg substitute
gravy mixes
imitation seafood
pasta
whipped toppings and coffee whiteners

PRODUCTS FROM BONES
whitener in refined sugar

PRODUCTS FROM BONE, HORNS, AND HOOVES
gelatin capsules
gelatin deserts
ice cream, malts and shakes
marshmallow
potted meats

PRODUCTS FROM INTESTINES
sausage casings

PRODUCTS FROM HIDES and SKINS
sausage casings
gelatin
candies and confectionery
flavorings
foods
gelatin desserts
ice cream
marshmallows
mayonnaise
yogurt


*** INDUSTRIAL AND CONSUMER PRODUCTS ***

PRODUCTS FROM MILK
adhesives
animal feed
buttons
carriers for human medicine
cosmetics
glue
pharmaceuticals
sizing
specialty plastics
veterinary medicines

PRODUCTS FROM BLOOD
adhesives
bone marrow
bone meal
fabric printing and dyeing
leather-treating agents
livestock feed
minerals
plaster retardant
plywood adhesive
diagnostic microbiology
from colloidal proteins - glue for automobile bodies
protein source in feeds
sticking agent
textile sizing

PRODUCTS FROM BONES
bone charcoal
pencils
high grade steel
bone handles
bone jewelry
mineral source in feed
fertilizer
dried bones
buttons
bone china
glass
porcelain enamel
water filters
whitener in refined sugar

PRODUCTS FROM BONE, HORNS, AND HOOVES
adhesives
bandage strips
collagen cold cream
cellophane wrap and tape
crochet needles
dice
dog biscuits
emery boards and cloth
fertilizer
glycerine
laminated wood products
neatsfoot oil
photographic film
plywood and paneling
shampoo and conditioner
wallpaper and wallpaper paste
syringes

PRODUCTS FROM BRAINS
anti-aging cream
cholesterol

PRODUCTS FROM FATS AND FATTY ACIDS (edible and inedible)
animal foods
biodegradable detergents
biodiesel
cellophane
cement
ceramics
chalk
chemicals
cosmetics
crayons
creams and lotions (sheep)
deodorants
detergents
explosives
fertilizer
fiber softeners
floor wax
glycerin
glycerol
antifreeze
herbicides
horse and livestock feeds
industrial oils and lubricants
insecticides
insulation
linoleum
livestock feed
lubricants
makeup
matches
medicines
mink oil
nitroglycerine
oil polishes
ointment bases
oleostearin
paints
paraffin
perfumes
pet foods
pharmaceuticals
plasticizers
plastics
printing rollers
protein hair conditioner
protein hair shampoo
putty
rubber products
shaving cream
shoe cream
soaps
solvents
stearic acid (sheep)
tallow for tanning
textiles
tires
water proofing agents
weed killers

PRODUCTS FROM GALLSTONES
ornaments

PRODUCTS FROM HAIR
air filters
artist's paint brush
felt and rug padding
insulation material
non-wovens
plastering material
textiles
upholstering material

PRODUCTS FROM HIDES and SKINS
belts
collagen-based adhesives (from trimmings)
bandages
emery boards
glues -for papermaking, bookbinding, cabinetmaking
sheetrock
wallpaper
drum head (sheep)
pharmaceuticals
photographic materials
leather sporting goods
leather wearing apparel
luggage
pigskin garments, gloves, and shoes
porcine burn dressings for burn victims
shoes and boots
upholstery
wallets

PRODUCTS FROM HOOVES AND HORNS
chessmen
combs
buttons
fertilizer
horn handles
imitation ivory
inedible bone meal
livestock feeds
ornaments
piano keys
plant food

PRODUCTS FROM INTESTINES
instrument strings
sausage casings
tennis racquet strings

PRODUCTS FROM MANURE
fertilizer - used in gardens, lawns and farm cropland
nitrogen
potash
phosphorus
minor minerals

OTHER PRODUCTS FROM CATTLE SOURCES
airplane lubricants and runway foam
car polishes and waxes
hydraulic brake fluid
Stearic acid - helps rubber in tires hold shape under steady surface
friction
steel ball bearings containing bone charcoal
textiles for car upholstery
various machine oils and viscous fluids

PRODUCTS FROM WOOL
asphalt binder
carpet
clothing
cosmetics
fabrics
felt
insulation
lanolin
medical ointments
paint and plaster binder
pelt products
rouge base
rug pads
upholstery
woolen goods
worsted fabric
yarn

 

[Wendy'sChicksRock]

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This is why I moved to the country and started raising my own meat!!Disturbing.....

I felt sick after watching it.

 

[Hillsvale]

Wendy'sChicksRock :

Quote:
This is why I moved to the country and started raising my own meat!!Disturbing.....

I felt sick after watching it.

Me too....

HLL

Given that list... first off kudo's to you! But No... I guess it wouild be extremely difficult unless you lived in the back woods and never ever came out and foraged for your food...

 

[Dunkopf]

I could be a veg but I don't like the choices for protein. Meat and eggs are one of the best sources for complete protein.

 

[Rammy]

I was forced to go veggie, so to speak, after I got divorced because I was left with so much debt to pay off I couldnt afford to buy meat. I call myself a semi-veggie now as I only eat fish or chicken and that is maybe once or twice a week at the most. I sure lost a lot of weight when I went meatless!! I probably didnt eat meat at all for about three years. I like those Boca burgers with cheese the most. Not such a fan of the other meatless products. If I make spaghetti, I use ground turkey meat, or just use the sauce by itself. I plan on doing raised gardens next year and growing my own veggies and my neighbor wants to buy some meaties and process them himself so I may go in with him to do that and get maybe get a few from him. I have heard that people with certain bloodtypes seem to lean towards vegetarianism more than others. For some, its a choice, others, I think your body lets you know what it needs.


Rammy

 

[farmerlor]

I grew up on a farm and was taught from my first baby steps that we respect our animals and treat them well, kill them mercifully and thank them for their sacrifice. That said, I've always, always been anemic even when I was young and was being fed meat three times a day. When I got pregnant with my first child the doctor seemed to think I was in some kind of crisis because of my anemia and we kicked it up a notch and I was eating meat and beans and peanut butter and anything else I could glean a little protein from to cure this chronic anemia and make sure my baby was healthy. After she was born I couldn't LOOK at meat let alone eat the stuff and became a vegetarian for years and years. Just this last year I started eating a little meat again again because of the anemia. I feel better now (though I JUST got my blood tests back that say I'm still anemic.