Going Vegan Overnight

Going Vegan Overnight

Author: Animal Protection of New Mexico June 16, 2020 Duration: 35:09

In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we share how we went vegan overnight and give tips on how you can too. We discuss five main things to consider when planning your overnight journey including:

  1. How to read food labels
  2. What meals & snacks you currently eat are accidentally vegan?
  3. What meals & snacks you like can be easily veganized?
  4. Veganize your top five go-to meals
  5. What nutrients to keep on your radar

After listening to this episode you will feel more confident in your ability to determine what foods are and aren't vegan, how to ensure you are getting adequate nutrition on a plant-based diet, and how to do your own meal planning.

The contents of this podcast are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and does not constitute medical or other professional advice.

Recipes Mentioned:

Pancake Recipe: https://apnm.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Pancakes-Recipe.pdf

Pizza Dough Recipe: https://www.sugardishme.com/10-minute-pizza-dough/

 Food Products Mentioned:

Morningstar Italian Sausage: https://www.morningstarfarms.com/en_US/products/meal-starters/msf-meal-starter-flavored-italian-sausage.html

Breaded Turkey Cutlets: https://www.gardein.com/chickn-and-turky/classics/turky-cutlet

Benevolent Bacon: https://www.sweetearthfoods.com/our-products/hickory-sage-benevolent-bacon

Pizza Head in St Louis: https://www.pizzahead.com

Egg Replacer Product: https://www.swansonvitamins.com/ener-g-foods-egg-replacer-16-oz-box

Nutritional Yeast: https://www.iherb.com/pr/KAL-Nutritional-Yeast-Flakes-Unsweetened-12-oz-340-g/70120

Resources Mentioned:

APNM's New Mexico Vegan Dining Guide: https://apnm.org/eatvegannm

Happy Cow: https://www.happycow.net

Nutritionfacts.org: https://nutritionfacts.org 

Additional Resources:

List of animal derived ingredients (for those who want to go deeper): https://www.peta.org/living/food/animal-ingredients-list/

PETA's Top 25 Accidentally Vegan Foods: https://www.peta.org/living/food/top-accidentally-vegan-foods/

Building a Healthy Vegan Grocery List: https://www.ilovevegan.com/resources/building-a-healthy-vegan-grocery-list/

Vegan Fast Food Guide: https://www.peta.org/living/food/chain-restaurants/

How To Make Anything Vegan: https://www.onegreenplanet.org/vegan-food/how-to-veganize-your-favorite-familiar-dishes/

Nutrition Guide for New Vegans: https://veganoutreach.org/plant-based-nutrition/


Ever wondered how a plant-based life could actually fit into your own routine, with all its quirks and challenges? That’s the heart of Teach Me How To Vegan, a practical guide hosted by Tony and Mickey Quintana. Coming from the Animal Protection of New Mexico, they bring both personal stories and professional insights to the table, moving beyond theory into the everyday. You’ll hear honest conversations about navigating the grocery store on a budget, putting together a simple weeknight meal, or figuring out nutrition without the jargon. This podcast understands that people come to this choice for many reasons-compassion for animals, concern for the planet, personal health, or a sense of justice-and meets you right there. Each episode feels like a helpful chat with friends who have been through it, offering tangible resources and encouragement whether you’re taking your first steps or looking to deepen a long-term commitment. It’s about making a vegan lifestyle feel accessible and sustainable, one real-world topic at a time.
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