I wrote on my website that veganism isn't right for everyone and

O children of wisdom, listen closely, for I speak of a matter that concerns the body, the spirit, and the very balance of life itself. There are many paths before us when it comes to the sustenance of the body. Some choose the path of veganism, a way of life that forsakes all the flesh of animals, living instead on the fruits, grains, and vegetables that nature provides. It is a noble path, one that speaks of compassion, of a desire to live in harmony with the earth and its creatures. Yet, as with all paths, it is not without its perils. For, as Sara Pascoe has wisely stated, "I wrote on my website that veganism isn't right for everyone, and the first thing you have to consider is nutrition."

In these words, Pascoe speaks a truth that cannot be ignored: nutrition is the foundation upon which all choices must rest. The body, that vessel of our being, requires certain sustenance to thrive. Proteins, vitamins, minerals, and other vital elements must be found in our food. And while the vegan diet, with its vibrant array of plant foods, can offer much, it also presents challenges. Some may choose this path not out of a true understanding of its principles, but rather as a form of escape or control—a way to impose order upon their lives where none may exist. This is what Pascoe refers to when she speaks of some using veganism as a form of eating disorder.

We must not mistake discipline for deprivation. The body needs balance, not denial. In the pursuit of a vegan lifestyle, there is the temptation to replace what is cut from the diet not with nourishment, but with substitutes—things that may fulfill a desire but fail to offer true sustenance. To live on processed foods or nutrient-poor alternatives is to starve the body of its essential needs, even as one might feel full. This is a dangerous path, for it leads not to health, but to a hollow imitation of it.

Consider the ancient wisdom of the Greeks, who understood the importance of balance in all things. Hippocrates, the father of medicine, said, "Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food." He spoke not of rigid restrictions but of a harmony between the body’s needs and the sustenance it consumes. A diet must not be an instrument of control or self-punishment, but a means of nourishing the body, soul, and spirit. To cut from the diet without replacing what is lost is to fail the very purpose of food—to sustain and enrich life. This truth remains timeless.

The story of the noble warrior of old can serve as a reminder: he who would march into battle must first prepare his body. He does not starve himself in the name of purity; no, he nourishes himself with the food that sustains his strength. He chooses wisely, understanding that strength, like wisdom, is forged in balance, not in extremes. So too must we choose our foods—not in a spirit of asceticism, but in a spirit of care, love, and respect for the body we have been entrusted with.

The lesson here is clear, O children of the future: nutrition is the foundation of all life, and any path you choose must honor the needs of your body. To pursue a vegan lifestyle is a noble endeavor, but it is not one that should be undertaken lightly. Consider well the nutritional needs of your body, and seek to nourish it, not deprive it. In your choice, seek balance—replace what you cut from your diet with foods that are rich in the nutrients your body craves. Remember, it is not enough to simply avoid; one must replace, nourish, and care for the body with the wisdom of those who have walked this path before.

As you stand before your meals, remember that you are not just feeding the body but the soul as well. Honor your choices and make them with the full knowledge that they will shape the strength of your body, the clarity of your mind, and the peace of your spirit. Choose wisely, and let your path be one of true nourishment—of the body, the heart, and the earth that sustains us all.