Q. What do you think about all of the new plant based products hitting the market?
A. Thanks for the question Marcia...
I am VERY excited about the new plant based products that are now available. When I first started my V journey all I could get in restaurants was a salad and baked potato... boring after awhile. The variety and improved quality today is great.I am especially impressed by the variety and quality of the mylks and cheeses. Even the vegan meats add some excitement to meal planning.
However the consumer must be smart, aware and discerning. Just because it is vegan doesn't mean it is healthy. French fries are vegan but we know they are really a junk food, and after all, junk food is still junk food, So we still must read the labels and be aware of what is on our plate. Check the sugar, fat, chemical and sodium content. So even though it may be good for the animals it may not be good for the humans.I simply say "buyer beware."
The jury is still out on the new craze of vegan burgers. Of course when you stick them on a white hamburger bun a cover them with sugary catsup you are ending up with a junk food. But as Dr. Jensen used to say it is what you do most of the time that counts. Once in awhile a bit of something off track will not harm you. So if you are inclined, treat yourself a bit, now and then. BUT will always keep it 100% vegan.
May peace be with you
Baruch Hashem
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