Ask Dali Mama

DEAR DALI MAMA:

Do you have to be vegetarian to raise your vibration?

–Carnivore Trying to Quit

DEAR CARNIVORE TRYING TO QUIT:

Each individual’s body has unique needs at different times. Some people can do very well on a balanced vegetarian or vegan diet. Some people have a little bit of a harder time, particularly if they are allergic to many protein sources such as nuts or dairy or soy. There are some great protein powders (I love the chocolate Vega powder) for those who are trying to cut down on meat consumption but still have enough protein.

I think it’s also important when eating meat to do so consciously—not eating more than necessary, making meat choices that take environmental effects into consideration, and thanking the spirit of the animal who is sustaining you. Intent and consciousness are probably more important in raising your vibration than diet alone although I think that can include not eating more meat than your body truly needs.

If you want to become vegetarian, cut down your meat consumption gradually and educate yourself on how to eat a balanced vegetarian diet and keep checking in with your body to see what it needs. Have fun eating delicious vegetarian foods!