It's Allie from The Sunny 94 Sunrise Show, welcome to my first blog post EVER!

Today we officially launch The Vibrant Vegan, a weekly blog on lacombeonline.com sharing a new recipe that I have tried at home and a review of the meal.

But before I get too ahead of myself, let's start with the question I get asked most often,
What does it mean to be vegan?

Veganism is a lifestyle where I choose not to consume any animal products. That means I avoid foods that include meat, eggs and dairy products. Basically if it came from an animal, I do my best to stay away!

To many people who ask, the idea of cutting out those kinds of foods can be daunting!!
A lot of times, I get questions like: 

"What about bacon?"
"No cream for my coffee?"
"Do you just eat salads all day?"

The truth is, while the adjustment can take some getting used to, I can honestly say I have never felt healthier or more balanced in my life.

My hope for this blog is to not necessarily convert you into a vegan. Rather I want to share yummy recipes that I have enjoyed and that most importantly, promote a healthy and sustainable way of eating. Filled with oodles of veggies, fruits, whole grains, nuts and seeds

If you have any comments or questions about the recipes I share, or have one you would like me to test out, you can submit them to amckinnon@goldenwestradio.com

Welcome to The Vibrant Vegan!