Before I start this post, I want to say that I have a podcast episode where I talk about fatphobia and diet culture. My co-host and I speak about our pasts with eating disorders and how veganism helped us on that recovery journey. This isn't to say that everyone's experiences are the same. I am… Continue reading Tips for going vegan with an eating disorder
Author: zipporahthevegan
Is veganism a privilege?
Hello! I did a Q&A on instagram this week and someone asked me how I respond to people saying "veganism is a privilege" and the answer resonated with quite a few people so I decided to make it permanent here as well as on Instagram. At its core, no. Veganism is not a privilege. That… Continue reading Is veganism a privilege?
How to deal with alienation as a new vegan
Because we live in a speciesist society that has normalized the practice of engaging with other animals in an exploitative manner, when you go vegan you may feel alienated at times as a result of you no longer upholding this dominant belief system. Here are some tips to counter that feeling if and when it comes… Continue reading How to deal with alienation as a new vegan
Dealing with FOMO when you go vegan
It's been a while since I've written here, hello! As someone who lives in their truth and refuses to bite their tongue, my opinions are seen as controversial and I have been subject to harassment and hurtful messages as a result of my last few blog posts here. In a world that is violently anti-Black… Continue reading Dealing with FOMO when you go vegan
saviourship within veganism
Hello! I thought I would write about white veganism and saviorship at length in light of my recent post. The idea advanced was that less white people would be vegan if animals could speak and center themselves within the animal rights movement. This is not a novel idea, it has been discussed within and outside… Continue reading saviourship within veganism
#blackouttuesday and performative allyship
Hello! I posted about this on Instagram and thought I would flesh out my thoughts here as well. What I found perplexing and quite frankly insulting about blackout Tuesday, was that most people who posted a black square on their social media have always been silent (and complicit) when it comes to anti-blackness. How does… Continue reading #blackouttuesday and performative allyship
White Veganism
Foreword Just like not all white people uphold white supremacy, not all white vegans adhere to white veganism. Similarly, just like some people of color and individuals of marginalized groups uphold white supremacy (hello gays for tr*mp and Latinos for tr*mp!), perpetuating white veganism doesn’t necessarily mean that you are white. Upholding white veganism just… Continue reading White Veganism
Common Arguments against Veganism Debunked
A large part of advocating for veganism is knowing the arguments in favor of veganism, but another part of it is having the facts to debunk common arguments against veganism. With my sharp tongue and extensive vegan twitter knowledge, compiling this short list was a treat and I hope that reading it brings you as… Continue reading Common Arguments against Veganism Debunked
Going Vegan with a Binge Eating Disorder (part 2)
Hello, ya girl is back with part 2 of last week’s article! This week, I’m focusing on tips and tricks that helped me go vegan in spite of having an eating disorder. Please note that this is not meant to be a substitute for professional mental help, so read at your discretion. Non-dietary self-care practices… Continue reading Going Vegan with a Binge Eating Disorder (part 2)
going vegan with a binge eating disorder (part 1)
I wrote this two-part article because it’s important to show how a plant-based vegan diet is not only doable for people with a binge eating disorder, but how it can also help with recovery. Even if you don't have an ED, this could be helpful if you're transitioning and struggling with cravings. my food journey… Continue reading going vegan with a binge eating disorder (part 1)