- SHARAN/I don’t miss eggs now, not even in my baking
I don’t miss eggs now, not even in my baking
I became vegan seven years ago for my health and my family’s well-being, but the only thing I kind of missed was eggs. My husband knew nothing else would make me happier than gifting me eggs, so he would actually bring them as gifts even when he travelled!
As I read more about veganism and watched videos, I realised the cruelty that existed and how I was indirectly a part of it. As a family, we were meat-eaters. However, when I learnt the truth, compassion paved the way towards veganism for life. However, that didn’t stop me from getting tempted each time I got a whiff of eggs cooking from my neighbour’s kitchen or watched someone eating eggs. I would then remind myself that eggs are chicken periods and might even have a life. And it worked! My other concern was baking, but there are several egg replacers for cakes like apples, bananas, chia seeds and flaxseeds. In fact, my baking has become extra-special now – healthy and full of compassion.
I have also gained health-wise. My knee pains and constant cough and cold have vanished. Also, since my L5 and L7 were degenerated, I was advised surgery but now my back pain has totally disappeared and I don’t need to go for an operation! I am happy and grateful for having gained this knowledge and that my family follows this path. Also, I have taken it upon myself to demonstrate egg, meat and dairy alternative recipes in my cooking classes to make it easier for others to follow.
