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I use an organic, non-GMO soy protein isolate. On the side of the labeling, it says that because it contains phyoestrogens, it is recommended that no more than two servings (2 servings is 4 tbsp, 48g and 50g protein). It was my understanding that isolate contained no estrogen. Am I being paranoid or should I make a switch to a new protein?

What is the link between ejaculation and testosterone levels? I've heard this before and have not found it really convincing.

I had never heard this. That is really interesting. What I had always assumed was that it was simply an animal by-product, i.e. not vegan.

When I attempt to do pullovers, it really bothers my shoulders. Not the movement itself or its impact, but the way the shoulders roll on the bench just really bothers me. I do them anyway, but is this a way to avoid this? Another things with the pullovers is that I feel a good amount of resistance in my chest and I am sure that is a result of me trying to get the weight over, but I'd like to avoid this, too. Also, I took the tips you guys suggests with the rows! Awesome! Thanks for the help.

I Love VegLife. That is where I get my calcium and b12.

I have been trying to work on my lats for the past couple of months, but I have not seen much results and during my work outs, I don't feel much resistance. Currently, I am too over-weight and my lats are too under-developed to actually do a decent amount of pull ups, so I mainly stick with dumb-bell rows and bar-bells rows. The problem is with these exercises, I feel as if most of the resistance is being put on my arms. I may not be doing the exercises right (which is very well possible), but I think I am. Any help or suggests?

You can make your own sheesh. http://www.ehow.com/how_2053821_make-raw-almond-cheese.html My friends make their own Raw sheesh--its really good. But it might be a taste thing. I have never tried to make it and I have not have any store bought brands, so I don't know.

So apparently, Vega is also a brand of motorcycle helmets. I work at a coffee shop and in a woman's car I noticed a cardboard box with "Vega" written on the outside of it. It was plain and I could not see the actual Vega logo (either one), so I started to talk to her about veganism and body building. She said something like, "I don't really work-out that much but I try to stay in shape." I thought it was really odd that she had the Vega, then. She seemed really put off by it and wondered why in the world I was talking to her. She eventually told me it was a motorcycle helmet for her husband.

I would not eat because of my disposition against the technological society.

True. As the church became more and more centralized, the reading of extra-Biblical texts seemed almost non-existent (other things probably added to this: lack of printing press, illiteracy, etc.). But even as late as Aquinas, philosophical texts were allowed to be read by the church and even "allowed" to influence opinion in the church (hence, transubstantiation). But the texts of Aristotle come to us through Muslim hands and then through the Roman church, and there is no gripe that they are fabricated or the product of redaction even. Now, whether or not these scientists were "devout" or were nominally Christian, is not the point; the argument is that it is because of these (Christian) scientists that certain theories were brought to light. Granted, some (if not the majority) of these theories were initially suspect. I am unfamiliar with non-Western religions and so many of my examples will be Western, so I do apologize for that. There are atheistic religions of the world, too. So religion is not essentially belief in a FSM or an Invisible Pink Pony. Josh, I meant with regard to causal sciences. I'm not too sure where Newageisms come into play, but I am sure that I am no Newager.

iBien venido, Socrates! Me llamo Alejandro.

To say that religion is non-scientific is sloppy and misguided. For example, in the past, Christians were some of the best scientists in the world at the time (with regard to the Middle Ages). And so on. re: Science Quantum physics has much to say with regard to modernistic notions of "science."

Admittedly, I am not Catholic, but I'd have to agree with Josh. Benedict is honestly very conservative for my taste (if you want a good liberal Catholic: Hans Kung and Gustavo Gutierrez come to mind). The Catholic theology regarding sex is, again admittedly, dated and somewhat odd to a non-Catholic (especially in the face of an epidemic). But I don't think you should take this instance (or any instance for that matter) and superimpose it onto any given religion. "What things?" Science, mathematics, philosophy, history, art, etc.

I kind of expected that, I think. More or less, I thought it was cool that it was completely online.

I am no expert by a long shot. To be upfront and quite honest, I have no idea how the macros break down. I suppose in ignorance more than anything, I tried to limit my food intake (as in not snacking as much, etc.) and I am guessing this limited my carbs and my calories. I'd be interested to see a sample meal plan if anyone has one available or willing to share. I am only beginning to weight lift (little over a year; and three months seriously). Thanks for the help.

I don't use whey proteins. Though I am not fully vegan, I generally avoid diary and eggs. As in, I don't drink milk or consume eggs directly, but if it is already present in a prepared meal and there is no other option, I eat the food. I'm not a very picky eater (I used to dumpster dive). So its not really a taste thing, but I would like variety as much as possible. I'm in the Lutz (just north of Tampa) area.

I wish I had known about this! I live in the Tampa/St. Pete area. Robert, if you ever come back, you should check out Grass Root. Its a raw vegan restaurant in Tampa. Awesome food, awesome folks. http://thegrassrootlife.com/

http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=6361872964130308142&ei=6Um5SdDyHIiGqwKdpN2xAw&q=earthlings This is a great movie on speciesism and the like. Have any of you seen it? What do you think?

I am drinking at least 3 liters of water throughout the day. 7AM: "Eggs" with tofu and a vegetable mix (usually onions and peppers) or A meal replacement shake (usually Alive, or Spiru-tein) Snack usually around 9-10AM: Raw almonds (about 10oz) or Cashews or Trail mix 12PM: Hummus with blue corn chips or A salad (iceberg lettuce, tomatoes, broccoli, green peppers, cucumbers and sunflower seeds) with oil and vinegar or Tofu sandwich Veggie-burger Snack (3-4PM): Usually a protein bar Dinner (10PM): Now that I think of it, I usually don't get to dinner because I am getting home from work and I am too tired to eat anything. This is just a sample, so I don't eat these things every day.

An amazing resource for visual learners! Or for those who just want to see it before they eat it. http://www.youtube.com/user/hippygourmet He sometimes features non-vegan foods, and once that I know of a non-vegetarian dish. But most of the time, he can hit the spot! They even have raw food recipes and vegan cookies made with solar ovens.

I'm finding that I am getting tired as the day progresses (sometimes even at 10AM). I do wake up early (6AM) to exercise, but after 4 hours of being awake and beginning to feel tired? Granted, I am not active after that as I am usually in lectures or studying. I do take b-12 supplements and a multi-vitamin. Any idea or suggestions on energy?

I am in the same boat as Tommy-Jitsu, I'm a university student and my resources are very limited. That being said, the food offered in my school (very small also) is not even vegetarian some of the time (my lunches and dinners largely consist of salads). The food that is offered for dinner is an in home version of some fast-food restaurants. I have written to the school and explained my dietary needs, and have asked the cook for some sympathy, but there are only two vegetarians in the school (again, small) and in this financial climate especially, they do not see how they can make meals especially for us. So sometimes I just settle and have a piece of their buttered garlic bread, or their buttered vegetables, or their broccoli with cheese. But as of now, I cannot make the jump. I hope, once I graduate and have more time for work and thus more time for income, I can become a vegan.

I was wondering if anyone knew of any equipment (especially clothing) that is not produced in terrible conditions? I buy my clothing from discount stores so as not to spend upwards of $20 USD on a simple shirt that wicks. I'm really tried of looking at clothing and seeing that it was producing in Vietnam or Thailand and then seeing that it costs over $20. I'm also looking for good vegan running shoes if anyone knows any. I have some vegan New Balances but was wondering if anyone knew anything else. Thanks!

Hello! I'm actually not a vegan yet, I am currently a vegetarian (sorry guys, quasi-lacto-ovo). I'm 21 years old and have been a vegetarian for about three years now and I am loving it! I of course want to eventually make the transition over to veganism, but at this time it is not possible for me. I've been working out for about less than one year as a result of coming to the conclusion that I need to be in shape! I do weight-lifting, running, biking and occasionally play a game of soccer or two. I would like to build mass, and do it in the most effective, vegan way possible (though I am not vegan, I do not use whey proteins or drink diary milks), but most importantly, I want to maintain a healthy and active lifestyle. I look forward to learning lots!