Vegan Information
Because the vegan and raw lifestyles are still outside the "mainstream," vegan information is not always plentiful, and vegans are sometimes not working with information that is accurate.
For example, what is the real deal with soy-based foods? What are the issues with raw cashews and buckwheat? How can clothing be vegan? Are vegan dating sites really worth it?
Regardless of where you are on your vegan journey - a veteran vegan, or just starting out, this page is dedicated not only to answering any questions you may have, but to sharing your questions so that others can benefit.
| If you are looking for information about natural sugar alternatives, check out Busy Vegan's Natural Sugar Substitutes page. |
Below you can submit a question, get it answered and see what kinds of questions others are asking.
PLEASE NOTE! I am not a doctor and I cannot answer medical questions on this page. If you have a medical concern that you think may be related to your vegan diet (or one that isn't for that matter), then please consult your physician.
Before you submit a question, please check below to see if it has already been asked!
Cheers,
Fiona
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My Partner's Family Judges Me. 
My boyfriend's family are European, they eat meat with every meal and they have a huge family.
When they found out I was vegan they gave me a hard …
Sprouted Organic Tofu
At whole foods they sell a sprouted organic tofu. Is this form of soy good?
Thanks!
Hi Steve,
Thanks for the question! Unfortunately, I …
What Stores Carry Vegan Foods?
I live near a place where there are not a lot of grocery stores. There's not much here. So I was wondering what stores in Southern California carry all …
Staying Positive
Hello,
I have been a strict vegan for almost 2 years now and I still cannot "get over" today's system of exploiting animals in such a way as humanity …
Adequate Vitamin B12 Substitution?
Hello Busy Vegan!
I have been studying your excellent website for a while now and am planning to try seeing how I would feel on plant based nutrition …
Sugar Not rated yet
What type of sweetener (other than white sugar) would you use for an oil and balsamic vinegar dressing for a white bean salad?
I would use Stevia. …
Processed Soy Not rated yet
Could you please inform me of what is considered processed soy? I use the St. Yves products about one to two times a week due to my schedule. I am a vegan …
Sugar Substitutes - Which One is Vegan? Not rated yet
Are any?
Splenda
Sweet & Low
Truvia
Equal
Hi Michael,
All these are vegan, except possibly Splenda, which is altered white sugar, …
Calcium Carbonate Not rated yet
I have had a lot of trouble getting enough calcium and found an Almond Milk (Admittedly it's not raw) and I was wondering if it is vegan. I'm about 70% …
Weight loss Not rated yet
Hi!
I have recently become a vegan and really love it so far. I feel great, the foods are delicious and I feel good about helping out the environment! …
Vegan Body Building Not rated yet
I am a new vegan - about 2 months - and am wanting to do some body/muscle building. Im curious as to what the most efficient protein source would be for …
So Confused About Getting Enough Protein! Not rated yet
Hello, I am so confused about how to get enough protein in our diet. I am new to veganism and trying to get the correct information has be quite tedious. …
What To Do With Non-Vegan Clothes? Not rated yet
Hi,
I have a question. What do you do with any leather jackets, shoes, etc. that you have?
Shoes are the hard one. What type of shoes can you wear? …
"May Contain" in Ingredients Not rated yet
Is it okay to eat things that say "may contain eggs/dairy/etc." on the ingredient label?
Thanks for the question! The first thing I'll say is …
TRYING TO BE VEGAN Not rated yet
HELLO... I'VE BEEN A VEGETARIAN FOR ABOUT ALMOST A YEAR NOW AND I WOULD LIKE TO TRANSITION TO A VEGAN.... ANY ADVICE?
Great question, Angela! …
Sugar in Pre-Packaged Foods Not rated yet
I keep hearing how sugar isn't vegan and I know how to substitute it for baking purposes, but almost everything that is pre-packaged food has sugar in …
Vitamins Not rated yet
Hello! Does anyone have any suggestions for vegan vitamins? I don't want to pay a fortune but would like a good multi-vitamin. Thanks!
Hi Jody, …
Raw Food and Health Not rated yet
Hi, my name is Tanya. I have been trying to stay raw vegan for about a year and a half. I am losing hair a lot in the last year. I'm having whey protein …
Comment Regarding Your Simply Raw Newsletter Not rated yet
Hi Fiona,
I cannot tell you how much I concur with your comment about doctors only wanting to give you pills. I can relate and am extremely disappointed …
Vegan Whipped Cream Ingredients Not rated yet
I saw a video of someone making vegan whipped cream. He said to use coconut milk and powdered sugar?
Hi Mary,
The best way to make vegan whipped …
Does becoming a vegan affect your hair? Not rated yet
For the last 6 months I have tried to become a vegan, I don't eat meat of any kind, no dairy products, but I do eat eggs. I have noticed my hair becoming …
Invited to a Dinner Party? Not rated yet
What do you do if you go to someone's house for dinner or a cookout? Or if you are attending a business event?
Hi, and thanks for the question!
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Common Vegan Store Foods? Not rated yet
Can you give me a list of common store foods that are vegan and a list of hidden animal ingredients to avoid?
Hi Paula,
Thanks for your question! …
Is White Sugar Vegan? Not rated yet
What's the deal with white sugar? I've noticed it's in a lot of so-called vegan recipes, but someone told me it wasn't actually vegan. Is that true? Thanks. …
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