Comments on: The Weekend Send-Off

By: Sayward

Sayward — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 19:07:38 +0000

@ Sarah I. – Totally feel you on overdoing nuts/seeds. They’re just so dense that even though you get good protein, you get a ton of heaviness as well. I do like sprouted lentils a lot, but if legumes give you trouble you might not want to do too much of those. I use protein powders when I’m raw, it makes me feel a little “safer” to know I’m getting a good hit of complete protein in my smoothie first thing each morning. I like hemp the best but there are plenty other raw options.

Other great protein sources are the pseudograins! I have trouble with grains but the pseudograons or “ancient” grains are great for me. Buckwheat and quinoa are my favorites and both are a source of complete protein. Also millet, amaranth, and hulless oats.Soaked and sprouted, they’re totally versatile!

Luck!

By: Sarah I.

Sarah I. — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 21:30:31 +0000

Thanks! I’ll definitely check it out. I felt like going raw was a milder cleanse than fully fasting and/or doing a master cleanse (and I haven’t been able to do either for a long, long time since I’ve either been pregnant or breastfeeding pretty much nonstop for the past 5 1/2 years), and so far I haven’t seen any adverse effects in either myself or my babe. Is there something I should look out for?

Regarding protein, any tips on diversifying my protein sources would be appreciated. My few raw friends are not vegetarian or vegan, and get a lot from smoked fish and raw cheeses. I’ve been eating a lot of nuts/seeds/sprouted legumes, but I tend to feel kind of bloated and headachey (especially with the nuts and sprouted beans) if I overdo it.

By: Sayward

Sayward — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 19:46:18 +0000

As always, you guys bring me so much joy. I hope the love lists are fun for you to write, because they sure are amazing for me to read. All weekend they trickle in, and as I check my mail it’s just this constant stream of positivity. So lovely! Do you guys go through and read everybody else’s? You should!

@ Nat – Yeah! Thanks so much again. And also, so happy to hear you’re loving the water kefir. I’ve been lazy about making mine, time to bring out the grains from the back of the fridge – thanks for re-inspiring me!

@ Joselle – This made me so happy! I totally relate to the “finding your tribe” feeling, it is so precious (and often lacking for many, including myself). And “I love vaginas!” is pure love! <3 <3 <3

@ Kate in SB - It's got three gears and it's got cruising brakes, which is a bit weird to get used to but I dig. My last bike was a single speed and I'm *really* liking this better, especially with a very heavy little boy behind my handlebars!

@ RK - Tofu Pups? Not certified gluten-free, but no wheat listed in the ingredients and it doesn’t list wheat in the allergen “contains: X” area. Might contact the company and ask?

@ Rebecca – No judgement here! Whatever works for you. =) Actually, believe it or not I am pretty “pro” plastic surgery. I know, I know, that one always surprises people, haha.

@ Brittany – Hello! Welcome!

@ Sarah I. – That’s so great you’re making such healthy changes! I wouldn’t worry *too* much about nutrients (but some – definitely pay attention) but I would be cautious about detoxing while breastfeeding. Toxins are released into milk (part of the reason cow dairy is so bad for you!) so you want to be careful and go slow when transitioning into healthier eating when you’re lactating.

For covering your bases, I always recommend a multi/prenatal that contains B12, plus D, plus DHA. Those three are key. Also I know it’s practically sacrilegious to say, but make sure you’re getting enough protein! Protein tends to be lower on a typical raw diet and if you’re lactating you need to make sure you keep it up.

For resources specifically regarding raw vegan pregnancy/lactation, that’s tough. There are a few out there but honestly, I can’t say there are any that I’d *recommend*. But the blog Kristin’s Raw is written by a very high-raw new mama, and she talks a lot about nutrition and her diet through pregnancy and breastfeeding. She’s a smart cookie – I’d definitely check it out and read through the archives.

Luck!

By: Monika {windycityvegan}

Monika {windycityvegan} — Mon, 04 Jul 2011 19:35:13 +0000

Oh, how I love line-dried laundry! One of our lines is next to a huge wisteria tree, the other is over a bed of lemon balm and mint. Our line-dried things smell *so* good. I used to love coming home from work and seeing a rainbow of Nina’s cloth diapers strung up outside the back porch.

@RK: Oh, I hope you can find xgfx not dogs! I haven’t been able to, so I just make mine from scratch. Also, when I was still eating gluten I only ate Field Roast sausages/dogs…sort of a high standard for any meat analog to live up to. HOWEVER, if you’re okay with a xgfx burger, Amy’s makes an awesome one, I think it’s the Bistro Burger. SO GOOD.

Love list:
1. My little town! Saxapahaw is so tiny, but we have an awesome music festival (live music + FarMar every Saturday during the warmer months), and a coffee shop opened up within walking distance from my house.
2. My neighbors: their dedication to healthy, safe, sustainable farming; all of the knowledge I’m gaining from them for our own little farm; their managerie of animals, especially their ducks!
3. I’m getting ready for a 17 day-vacation, woo hoo!

By: Sarah I.

Sarah I. — Mon, 04 Jul 2011 18:37:49 +0000

Hi!
I sort of jumped in the deep end a few weeks ago, and went from a vegetarian diet (with plenty of grains) to a mostly raw, fully vegan diet. Your site has been most useful in terms of keeping my food interesting (half the time when I make myself a separate dinner, my kids end up pirating a good portion of it – not that I can complain that they’re eating more fresh veggies than usual), and is much appreciated. As I’m nursing the youngest (2.5 months old) of my three kids, I want to make sure I’m meeting any and all nutritional requirements for the both of us. Do you have any resources you recommend for lactating mothers going vegan and raw? I’m happy to shed pregnancy pounds and do a mild detox, but I don’t want to compromise my supply or the quality of my milk. So far I’ve been supplementing with fenugreek and blessed thistle tea, but are there other supplements you recommend?

Thanks!

By: zerowastelifestyle

zerowastelifestyle — Mon, 04 Jul 2011 08:03:02 +0000

That is one gorgeous bike!
On my love list is the old fashioned train journey I just made with my two daughters aged eight and three up to my parents in Coimbra from Lisbon, Portugal. It was so much fun and so relaxing. The kids loved the little table for eating their snacks and looking out of the window. No stress, no freeway and most importantly no cars……

By: Taylor

Taylor — Mon, 04 Jul 2011 02:33:56 +0000

Pictures are gorgeous! Congratulations on getting everything sent in!

My Le Love List:
1. I am flying to Maine tonight to see my boyfriend for a week (he’s been interning at a farm there)! I am so so happy.
2. My garden! It’s awesome and it feels so great to be able to grow food and eat it. So satisfying.
3. Night runs in the summertime. :)

By: Brittany

Brittany — Sun, 03 Jul 2011 20:28:49 +0000

Hello! New here!
1. I love that I found a cute little health food store for essentials in this town I am temporarily living in. I was pretty sure it was mostly a vegan wasteland. There is even a raw/vegan cafe inside!
2. The fact that I just realized the local Walmart carries Soyrizo!! WHA???
3. I have been steadily working out and going on walk/jogs for a month now, and drinking green smoothies a few times a week! Yay! I feel awesome!

By: Fanny

Fanny — Sat, 02 Jul 2011 22:25:11 +0000

1. Summer! I just love it.
2. Being in England – I love travelling and this summer has been all about it so far – and it will continue that way. Right now I am in the southwestern parts of England volunteering at an organic blueberry farm, it´s lovely!
3. Getting in to the school I wanted for the autumn.

By: Melissa

Melissa — Sat, 02 Jul 2011 18:24:19 +0000

i love my blendtec and veggie smoothies for breakfast. i love my dog and cats. i love my kids and husband. i love the nap i am about to take!

happy 4th y’all!