making onigiri
with chris of dashi first.
japanese iced coffee
Chris made some iced coffee for himself. Coffee tastes too bitter for me, but it is very enjoyable to watch the ritual of making it.
stoop plantains
yesterday we ate plantains on the stoop
with avocado, kale, garlic, chili hot sauce, and tomatillo hot sauce.
I learned that making simple food with a friend can take almost no effort and feel really great.
why I am vegan, pt 2
Some more thoughts on veganism, this time turning to a few questions…
A common question:
Where do you get your protein?
Beans, nuts, whole grains, soy products like tempeh and tofu, and a bit here and there in veggies.
“Plant proteins alone can provide enough of the essential and non-essential amino acids, as long as sources of dietary protein are varied and caloric intake is high enough to meet energy needs.” – American Heart Association
A less common question:
Where do you get your diabetes, heart attacks, high blood pressure, and cardiovascular disease?
I don’t!
Don’t forget about obesity and cancer as well.
Note: I am aware that, as with any diet, it needs to be done intelligently for it to be nutritionally beneficial — not all vegans are super healthy. My point is that you don’t need a ton of milk and flesh to be healthy and happy.
see also: “why I am vegan, pt 1“
