Here are 7 stories from teens and 20's who did the Veggie Challenge in Mar/Apr 2010. To read the full stories, click on the title above, or the "Read more" link below.

"I accept the continued challenge of a meat-free diet in exchange for a clear and sound conscious, great health and good food."
– Kiya, late 20's, Toronto

Best of all I don't feel guilty
"I am overweight and dread exercising, so learning that I can lose weight by just eating is awesome!"
– Eliya, early 20's, Toronto

Learning how to eat nutritiously without meat
"I am signing up for the three week phase two, and look forward to keeping up this healthy diet!"
– Elizabeth, early 20's, Toronto

I loved trying new foods and recipes
"It was great, I couldn't wait for my daily e-mail!"
– Ashley, early 20's, Toronto

I feel like I'm much healthier already
"I have been enjoying the adventure of cooking new recipes and hunting for unknown ingredients."
– Natalie, early 20's, Mississauga, ON

I still am afraid to try the dreaded vegan cheezes
– Ariel, teen

Trying to go vegan was much more difficult
"I wanted to avoid all animal products as much as possible."
– May

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I decided to partake in this Challenge to see how I would feel after adopting a vegetarian diet. At first I thought, 'what am I going to eat?' and 'where am I going to get these vegetarian items?'. Living in rural Newfoundland, some ingredients where difficult to find on a weekly basis, especially tofu. However, I discovered the wonderful taste of different foods that I had not eaten before or on a regular basis.

	TLT – Tempeh, lettuce and tomato. Photo: Mike Crooker www.flickr.com/photos/tofu/

I especially enjoyed one of the emails called "What's for Lunch? Delicious vegan options for the office, school or a picnic ." There were many wonderful ideas and suggestions that really kept me on track. I have never before had such variety in my diet before adapting to this Challenge. I feel better, am not hungry all the time and have lost some weight (which is good as I am overweight at the moment).

As for reactions from friends, I didn't have any. I work in a professional environment in healthcare and this was never an issue. My family was very accepting, especially my boyfriend as he saw that I was feeling more healthy and better about myself as the Challenge continued. I will continue with this dietary change and see what other benefits I may reap in the future.

Thank you for offering such a challenge, it has truly changed my life.

– Priscilla, age 30-39, Baie Verte, NL, Feb/Mar 2010

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The Veggie Challenge gave me the push I needed to get things rolling
– Bjc, age 30-39, Vancouver, BC

I felt a huge weight falling off my heart and soul
"I experienced a dramatic decrease of PMS and menstrual cramps."
– Miriam, age 40-49, Austria

Better both mentally and physically
"Thank you for helping me to make my life a healthier one!"
– Maureen, age 40-49, Ingersoll, ON

The push I needed to go veg
"That moment I really understood what I was eating, for the first time ever..."
– Karen, age 30-39, Orillia, ON

Giving tofu a second chance
"I feel healthier, more positive and convinced that I can prepare nutritious yummy meals without animals and the environment suffering."
– Carolyn, age 40-49, Richmond Hill, ON

I learned so much being a new vegetarian
– Clare, age 40-49, Woodstock, ON

The Challenge as a school assignment
"People should be more aware of the food that they put in their bodies."
– Dean, age 30-39, Windsor, ON

Going the extra step
"The Veggie Challenge was a great start!"
– Paula, age 30-39, Capreol, ON

Going vegetarian was a great move
"We feel better, have lost weight, and my sugar counts have improved."
– James, age 50-64, Detroit, MI

Breaking down barriers
– Roger, age 40-49, Oshawa, ON

Challenging my husband, a dedicated meat-eater
– R, age 50-64, Toronto

My vegan girlfriend was great support
– Doug, age 30-39, Ottawa

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Here are 8 stories from teens and 20's who did the Veggie Challenge in Jan/Feb 2010. To read the full stories, click on the title above, or the "Read more" link below.

"I will never go back to eating meat or dairy. It's amazing, and I feel awesome about myself."
– Melanie, early 20's, Oshawa, ON

It was a very exciting and challenging week
"Once I started I never looked back."
– Stephanie, early 20's, Pickering, ON

I pushed myself a bit more and tried a vegan diet
"I received a ton of criticism from my family and friends for attempting veganism, which I didn't expect."
– Emma, early 20's, Toronto

A 15 year-old vegetarian from a family of carnivores
"I thought this Challenge would be difficult for me, but, surprisingly, it wasn't."
– Samantha, teen, Mississauga, ON

From seafood to vegan
"My girlfriend did not even last 24 hours"
– Laurie, early 20's, Montreal

Making a difference!
"Not only do I feel great physically, but I also feel better spiritually and emotionally."
– Tiffany, late 20's, Windsor, ON

Vegetarian products easy to obtain
– Callan, early 20's, Kingsville, ON

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	Arthur and wife, Natalie at Fressen.

Recently, Arthur won the Veggie Challenge Sep/Oct 2009 random draw. For his prize he chose Fressen, Toronto's most gourmet vegetarian restaurant located at 478 Queen St W (w. of Spadina), 416-504-5127 www.fressenrestaurant.com

Fressen generously provided a free dinner. Arthur wrote us: "The food was prepared really well and we had a great time.  We will make this one of our go to places."

Not only did Arthur complete the one week Veggie Challenge, he went on and did the three week Phase 2. More recently he wrote us: "I've signed up to a cooking class I found in your directory...and also became a member of Toronto Vegetarian Association." His story about the experience follows:

The healthiest way to live

My recently started Yoga classes inspired me to become a vegetarian. It was not a chore but rather an understanding that this is the healthiest way to live. I received the most amazing reactions from just about everyone, mostly "wow" and "really!?! – to which I answered, it's actually pretty easy and extremely satisfying. I did not follow the meal suggestions from the Challenge during my week, but I will be using the recipes in weeks and months to come. The emails were a fun way to plan for future meals. 

The one thing that stands out in my mind about my "conversion" is the amazing resources and support system available to anyone who wants to make healthy choices. You just have to open your eyes and mind to a new and exciting world... thank you for that.

Three weeks later after completing Phase 2

Well, it‘s been an exciting time. When I originally thought of the idea of becoming a vegetarian, I really never thought that it would be fun and exciting. Boring, bland and healthy is what came to mind. Boy was I wrong. The switch to eating vegetarian has given me an opportunity to experience foods like never before. The flavours are new and exciting and food has never tasted this good. I‘ve taken on cooking as a full time job for myself and my family, who by the way are semi vegetarians, just because I don‘t cook anything else. If they want some meat they have to do it themselves. The Veggie Challenge has really helped me, especially with the simplicity of many of the recipes (green smoothies are the best!). I look forward to many years of healthy living.

– Arthur, age 30-44, Maple, ON

Two of the dishes Arthur enjoyed at Fressen

Here are 8 stories from people who did the Veggie Challenge in Nov/Dec 2009. To read the full stories, click on the title above, or the "Read more" link below.

When we treat animals with such disrespect, we transfer that disrespect to all people
"I feel great knowing that I don't have to rely on the meat production industry let alone contribute to it."
– Eddie, early 20's, Toronto

Introducing more vegetarian meals to my family
– Susan, age 50-64, Burlington, ON

Meat-free since mid November
"We were inspired by the documentaries, Food Inc. and Earthlings."
– Eryk, age 65+, Hudson, QC

I have wanted to try eating vegetarian but lacked meal ideas
– Wanda, age 45-64, Mississauga, ON

My parents weren't thrilled, but they got over it and I got over meat!
– Julie, teen, Calgary, AL

I found so many great vegetarian options
– Kristen, early 20's, Waterloo, ON

Just what I needed to kick-start my desire to go veg!
"My husband barely noticed that I was cooking only vegetarian meals this week :)"
– Laurie, age 30-44, Toronto

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Here are 12 stories from people who completed the Veggie Challenge after Sept/Oct 2009. To read the full stories, click on the title above, or the "Read more" link below.

	I told myself "this is it" and never ate meat again.”          – Soni, late 20's, Toronto
	Soni was inspired to go vegetarian because of her bunny. Image from Madeleine 's Fickr stream. Creative Commons.

I used to laugh at the thought of being vegetarian
"It's been about six months since I've eaten meat. I feel healthier, I look healthier and most importantly with my new found knowledge, I eat healthier."
– Leah, early 20's, Mount Hope, ON
Nov/Dec 2009 story winner (random draw)

From farm country to vegan
"Coming from farm country, I thought for sure you needed meat and dairy to be healthy"
– Brandy, late 20's, Toronto

Embracing the nutritional aspects of a vegan diet
"In my least prepared moments I turned my vegan diet into a junk-food diet."
– Amy, teen, Toronto

I have two young children whose health needs I have to consider
"I need time to learn to make new appealing (to picky-eaters) veggie recipes."
– Amanda, age 30-44, Toronto

I'm making the transition to a healthier and more sustainable diet
– Tia, early 20's, Ottawa

I took the Challenge as a nutritionist
– Sheffy, early 20's, Toronto

Spending more time in the kitchen together
– Ruhail, age 30-44, Toronto

	Amanda at Toronto's Annual Vegetarian Food Fair

A new sense of pride and a deeper commitment
– Amanda, age 30-44, Toronto

Vegetarian since "today"
– Devin, late 20's, Richmond Hill, ON

I was soo lost!
"I feel sooooooooooo much healthier."
– Amanjoat, early 20's, Woodbridge, ON

The Challenge inspired me to eat better
"The emails were awesome."
– Meagan, teen, toronto

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Here are 8 stories from people who went vegan or semi-vegan for the Veggie Challenge in Sept/Oct 2009. To read the full stories, click on the title above, or the "Read more" link below.

I signed up and became vegan for a week
"I looked forward to the Veggie Challenge e-mail messages every day"
– Sharon, age 45-64, Toronto

The Challenge has helped me a lot!
"I was very impressed with all the nutrition info, as well as all the myth-busting about meat and vegetarianism."
– Yvonne, teen, Toronto

Fall is the perfect time to start
"All the wonderful vegetables at the local produce market made it easier."
– Sandra, age 45-64, pickering, ON

My husband and boys got in on the act
– Marnie, age 30-44, Ste Marthe sur le Lac, QC
Sep/Oct 2009 story winner (random draw)

It was a very exciting and challenging week
"Once I started I never looked back."
– Stephanie, early 20's, Pickering, ON

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Here are 12 stories from people who did the Veggie Challenge in Sept/Oct 2009. To read the full stories, click on the title above, or the "Read more" link below.

I realized that being vegetarian doesn't have to be boring
"Watching the movie "Meet your Meat", I am not sure I can eat meat again."
– Kristin, age 30-44, Toronto

I discovered a whole new range of eating!
"Eating vegetarian this week has boosted my energy and concentration."
– Claudia, teen, Mississauga, ON

The way that I live is a habit that can be changed
– CleverMonkey, age 30-44, St. Marys,

I was able to take a real leap into eating without meat
"I used the recipes provided and found that it wasn't hard after all."
– Melissa, early 20's, Toronto

The Veggie Challenge gave me the guts to give up meat
"I felt healthier the minute I gave up meat."
– Cindi, age 45-64, Barrie, ON

I turned semi-vegetarian because of my son
– Sepin, age 45-64, Toronto

Working towards being completely vegetarian
"When I cheated and ate meat, my stomach felt heavy and bloated after."
– Dstradling, age 45-64, Whitby, ON

I loved experimenting
– Nathan, late 20's, Toronto

Lots to learn
– Marita, age 45-64, Etobicoke, ON
Sep/Oct 2009 Phase 2 winner (random draw)

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Here are 11 more stories from people who did the Veggie Challenge in July/Aug 2009. To read the full stories, click on the title above, or the "Read more" link below.

Veggie at the cottage
"The rest of my extended family was busy BBQing meat as the foundation for ALL the evening meals."
– Sue, age 30-44, Toronto

Doing it for my husband's health as well as mine
"My granddaughter has become vegetarian and has enjoyed better health overall"
– Millie, age 65+, Bowmanville, ON

	The movie Food Inc inspired Veggie Challenge sign ups.

If it wasn't for the meal planning and recipes, I would of been a goner
– Rena, age 30-44, Scarborough, ON

Inspired by Dr Neal Barnard
– Philip, age 45-64, Toronto

Fish is the only thing I need to give up
– Mennethe, age 30-44, Ajax, ON

It all started this summer for me and my family
– Rachelle and family, age 30-44, Oshawa, ON

Motivation and recipes
– Linda Bell, age 45-64, Toronto

I will try hard
– DrCoom, age 65+, Scarborough, ON

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Here are 14 stories from teens and 20's who did the Veggie Challenge in July/Aug 2009. To read the full stories, click on the title above, or the "Read more" link below.

Being vegetarian has a lot of advantages
"No matter what, you will never starve!"
– Changing_woman, early 20's, Lahore, Pakistan

I started this for myself but also to motivate my mom
"We both have been reading about how a diet high in animal protein is linked to cancer."
– Ashley, late 20's, Mount Hope, ON

Thinking outside of the box
– Mo, early 20's, Toronto

It has been difficult but I have the will power to stick with it
"My boyfriend has been extremely supportive."
– Amanda, early 20's, Linsday, ON

The Veggie Challenge gave me the kick I needed
"Thank you for helping me through my transition, I am thrilled to be an official vegetarian and I will continue to grow and learn."
– Chelsea, late 20's, Toronto

Back to our roots
"Everything I made seemed to work out great!"
– Becky, late 20's, Toronto

It was easy to cook without meat
– Jonathan, early 20's, Toronto

Going veggie made a positive impact on my Fibromyalgia
– Adriana, late 20's, Toronto

Learning more about vegetarian cooking and nutrition
– Diana, late 20's, Toronto

Regaining control of my health
– Danielle, early 20's, Midland, ON

Looking for ideas for cutting down on dairy and eggs
– Andrea, late 20's, Bloomington, MN

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Day one of my Veggie Challenge had me coming home to my roommates who had invited friends over, and were all cooking steaks on the BBQ. After 23 years of eating meat, my mouth started to water and my insides panged with that familiar craving. It IS BBQ season after all...

But I stuck to my gut and opted for salad and a slice of pizza instead. Throughout the week I found it difficult to go out with friends and explain to them that I was "doing the vegetarian thing" for a week. We went to sushi, and street meat, and more BBQs... it was difficult. People tried to argue with me and tell me I was making a stupid choice, that people had been eating meat for thousands of years etc etc... that on top of the fact that I still seriously craved these meaty meals. I wanted the polish sausage! My mouth watered at the shrimp!

After a week of going full-veg (I wasn't fully veg before this; I had been making veg choices, but still had the odd hamburger here and there) I felt great. I had energy, didn't crave as much junk food, and realized that even though the smell of meat may make my stomach tighten, in the end it all comes back to compassion. Compassion for the animals and the Earth, and not wanting to put suffering and torture into my body.

I now consider myself a vegetarian (it's been about a week since the official challenge ended) and it's interesting. I never thought I'd feel this way or want to change my eating habits this much. Sometimes when I'm out I have to remind myself that I'm not going to order the chicken, and other times I get frustrated or discouraged when certain restaurants can't even prepare decent tofu. In the end though, think of the benefits! I feel great, look great, have ridiculous energy, and now I actually crave carrots instead of brownies. Imagine that.

I think the Veggie Challenge is an excellent thing, and have strongly encouraged my friends to give it a try. Even if just for that one week, they'll know that they're saving a lot more than just the price of a $2 hot dog... they're saving lives and saving the Earth, and ultimately that's the best karma one can get.

– Jenny, early 20's, Toronto

Here are ten stories from people who did the Veggie Challenge in May/June 2009. To read the full stories, click on the title above, or the "Read more" link below.

I decided to take the level up a notch by going vegan
"To my surprise, I wasn't missing out on any foods I thought I would be, such as my all-time favourite: brownies."
– Jona, teen, Toronto

If I keep feeling as well as I have this week it won't be difficult to stick to it
"It wasn't as hard as I thought it would be and I got an added bonus, my irritable bowel symptoms virtually cleared up!"
– Linda, age 45-64, Toronto

I plan to stop buying meat and see how that goes
"I am not sure how I will be able to entertain meat-eaters. That will be difficult."
– Lucille, age 65+, Lakefield, ON

I feel better than I have in years
"My digestion has improved and I have more energy."
– Teresa, early 20's, Toronto

Going veggie in small town Alaska
"I think the hardest 'daily' change was: What's for LUNCH!"
– Patty, late 20's, Houston, AK

I went vegetarian after I saw a video in class
"One of the many challenges I faced was choosing what to eat when I went to fast food restaurants."
– Elsa, teen, Montclair, USA

This all started when I began dating a vegan
– Richard, late 20's, Toronto

Thinking about going vegan
– Helen, teen, Brampton, ON

I did it with a buddy, and it was simple
– Monica, early 20's, St. Catharines, ON

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Here are 12 stories from people who did the Veggie Challenge in Mar/Apr 2009. To read the full stories, click on the title above, or the "Read more" link below.

I am going to be vegan for the rest of my life
– Rosita, teen, Markham, ON

Went vegetarian for lent
"Between the calories and money saved going vegetarian, I could afford to throw in a desert!"
– Paul, early 20's, Mississauga, ON

I'm now vegan! Lots of "firsts" for me!
"One of my patients was a 14 year old boy dying of CJD (the human form of mad cow disease)."
– Jan, age 45-64, Waterloo, ON

My students are always appalled by factory farming
– Rosemary, age 45-64, Brampton, ON

I'm going to continue to reduce the amount of meat in my diet
"I felt less bloated after the week and more energetic."
– AngieC, age 30-44, Toronto

Factory farming and Buddhism
– Kevin, age 45-64, Toronto

I really like being a vegetarian, but I find it takes more time
– Mara, age 45-64, Toronto

Switching was easy!
– Meghan, early 20's, Kitchener, ON

The only difficulty was being invited out
– Dara, age 30-44, Richmond Hill, ON

The next step is getting my husband and son to do the Challenge
– Susan, age 30-44, Toronto

I ate a raw vegan diet for the week
– David, age 30-44, Forest, ON

My kitchen is a mess!
– KBinTo, age 45-64, Toronto

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Here are 11 more stories from people who did the Veggie Challenge in Jan/Feb 2009. To read the full stories, click on the title above, or the "Read more" link below.

I thought I would be a raging carnivore by the end of the week
"I was surprised how easy it was to eat without actually including meat in my meals."
– Steven, age 45-64, Ogdensburg, NY

I had an amazing week of discovery
"Food has become an adventure that is always new and different every meal."
– Alicia, age 30-44, Delhi, ON

I avoided the stories of horror
"I didn't want to know how cruel the industry really was to animals."
– Kelly, age 45-64, Whitby, ON

I am 65 years of age - it is never too late to change
"I am on the way to a healthier way of living and enjoying and having fun with the journey."
– Mistyjo1, age 45-64, Oshawa, ON

My husband suggested "going vegetarian" for January
"Already he's talking about continuing beyond our one month goal."
– ClockworkZero, age 30-44, Toronto

This was the first week that I went totally without any meat
– Patricia, age 45-64, Vernon, BC

Rewarding
"As I read more about agrobusiness and industrial farming/fishing, I realized that I needed to take that next step and cut out poultry."
– Julie, age 30-44, Toronto

The bonus is how you feel at the end of the day!
– Christine, age 30-44, Toronto

I have genetically high cholesterol
– Adam, age 30-44, Toronto

Apprehensive starting the Challenge in February
– Zed, age 30-44, Ottawa

It was just as easy to choose healthy and eat vegetarian
– Patricia, age 45-64, Ottawa

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Here are 9 stories from teens and 20's who did the Veggie Challenge in Jan/Feb 2009. To read the full stories, click on the title above, or the "Read more" link below.

I have been struggling to recover from an eating disorder
"Eating vegetarian ... there are so many options out there! I am confident that I am now healthier than I have ever been in my adult life."
– Heather, early 20's, Toronto

I was challenged by some hippie friends
"I already feel more energetic, I'm getting more sleep and my skin is clearing up."
– Chelsea, teen, Mississauga, ON

Already after one week, I feel fantastic
"Thanks for the motivating e-mails – I looked forward to them each day."
– Raquel, late 20's, Regina, SK

I used to love my meat in all shapes and forms
– Andrew, late 20's, Toronto

I was diagnosed with cancer
"After some research I decided to go mostly-vegan."
– Roz, teen, Pickering, ON

This Challenge helped me get back on my feet
– Melinda, early 20's, Toronto

I have always wished I didn't love meat so much
– Yumna, teen, Mississauga, ON

I didn't want to crave meat 24/7
"I just thought of reasons why I don't eat meat. I watched this weird video, and I went official."
– Lakeisha, teen, Ucluelet, BC

The week was super fantastic
– Krysta, early 20's, Ottawa

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Here are 11 stories from people who did the Veggie Challenge in Nov/Dec 2008. To read the full stories, click on the title above, or the "Read more" link below.

I have never felt better
"I was pleasantly surprised how easy the transition has been."
– Ray, early 20's, Waterloo, ON

My daughter is vegetarian
"It‘s nice now living in a house where the vegetarians outnumber the meat-eaters."
– Bill, age 45-64, Brampton, ON

Problem: there is no where to shop and I have an allergy to soy
– Mark, age 45-64, Saskatoon, SK

On day 7, I gave in to the meatballs
"I am confident I can practice a vegan diet at home but it may take longer to achieve when out of my home."
– Susan, age 30-44, Toronto

I've never liked eating meat
"Now that I've realized there are ways to avoid meat and still be healthy, I will stop eating it. Thanks!"
– Katie, teen, Whitby, ON

I hope in time my family will understand
– Dawn, early 20's, Toronto

I don't think I'll ever go back to the way I used to eat!
– Tania, late 20's, Burlington, ON

I wanted to have a more sustainable diet
– Nikki, teen, Concord, ON

My mom gave me the weirdest look
– Ken, age 45-64, Pembroke, ON

The animals are worth it
– Zen chick, age 30-44, Australia

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Here are 11 stories from people who did the Veggie Challenge in Sept/Oct 2008. To read the full stories, click on the title above, or the "Read more" link below.

Inspired at the Annual Vegetarian Food Fair
"We met so many loving human beings who were so willing and able to help us make the transition without judgment. We came home with our bellies stuffed with delicious and guilt-free food."
– Cathie Lamport, age 45-64, Bradford, ON

I decided right then and there to eliminate poultry and fish
"Surprisingly it was easier than I thought it would be."
– Cindy, age 45-64, Toronto

My partner never thought it could be soooo tasty
– Laura, age 30-44, Toronto

I am getting back on the wagon
"My ideal is to become as close to vegan as possible. I am not a dairy or cheese lover so that helps."
– Denise, age 30-44, Pickering, ON

I wouldn't want to eat any way else
– Julie, late 20's, Oakville, ON

Paradoxically I became interested in vegetarianism from feeding my dogs
"The more I read about dog nutrition, the more I became fascinated with my own diet"
– Margaret, age 45-64, Courtice, ON

Not contributing to the horrible abuses animals suffer to feed humans
– Gianna, age 30-44, Amherstburg, ON

Seeing if we could do it
"We raise beef cattle. We are not going to give up meat, but we'll eat it less often."
– Linda, age 45-64, Two Hills, AL

Only thing left is to convince the the rest of my family
– Laura, late 20's, Fort Erie, ON

Damn sushi!
– Brett, age 30-44, Winnipeg, MN

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Here are ten stories from teens and early 20's who did the Veggie Challenge in Sept/Oct 2008. To read the full stories, click on the title above, or the "Read more" link below.

Finally I would try this crazy thing called, vegetarianism
"It never felt like being a vegetarian was an option but when I got to camp I heard about the vegetarian meals."
– Steph, teen, Toronto

I had a lot of trouble adjusting
"I always felt hungry and images of juicy steaks and crispy bacon never exited my mind."
– Jen, early 20's, Toronto

I ate a varied diet in yummy ways
– Katelyn, teen, Cincinnati, Ohio

As a young Canadian Muslim woman
"During the Challenge week I set goals for myself to gradually stop consuming ALL meats."
– Ayan, early 20's, Ottawa

It was most difficult to tell my family
– Paulina, teen, Cobourg, ON

Pushing for better vegetarian options on campus
"All I can eat there is salads, beans, undercooked rice, and fresh fruit."
– Jen, teen, Austin, TX

I even turned down pepperoni pizza
– Tarah, teen, Greenville, SC

I was a total meat-eater before starting this
"By the end of the week I was having fun playing with different types of beans and chickpeas."
– Kira, early 20's, Toronto

I never knew it could be so easy
– Jasmine, teen, Pickering, ON

As an 11 year old girl, I found the Challenge hard
– Sydney, age 11, Mississauga, ON

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Here are ten stories about health benefits from people who did the Veggie Challenge in July/Aug 2008. To read the full stories, click on the title above, or the "Read more" link below.

"I dropped 5 pounds without any effort, my skin has cleared up and I have so much more energy."
– Janice, age 30-44, Salmon Arm, BC

My energy increased 10 fold
"I had the energy to keep going instead of sitting around waiting to digest."
– JenDeChef, age 30-44, Toronto

Following in the footsteps of my parents
"My parents became vegan about 3 years ago. Their health has improved so dramatically - it was hard not to take their lifestyle change seriously."
– Bonnie, age 30-44, Etobicoke, ON

My stomach problems are so much better now
"Since I have cut out meat I have felt so much better and have a regular bowel movement daily!"
– Dean, age 30-44, Kingston, ON

I felt amazing after the 2nd day
"The smell and look of meat just grosses me out now"
– Angela, late 20's, Winnipeg, MN

I declared that I would never eat meat again
"The health benefits are simply an added bonus!"
– Jane, age 30-44, Toronto

A vegetarian in the making!
– Kate, teen, Lion's Head, ON

I felt so good, I knew I would continue
– Dan, age 30-44, North Fort Myers, FL

Daily doses of encouragement
– Mazella, age 30-44, Depew, NY

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