At the last birthday party of my own twins, I had a cake made by my favorite vegan bakery, one which is approved by the American Diabetic Association. I try to make it easy for everyone by offering to bring a special dish, an offer which has never been refused. So much for that trying issue. There is protein in nearly every food we eat, we re more concerned about making sure they get enough calories will suffice. The fact that childhood obesity now threatens one in three kids with long-term health problems, and that experts believe that this problem is caused by fast and fatty foods combined with couch potatoism, makes me wonder why anyone would worry about my trim, athletic, gloriously healthy children.
Obesity is probably a health issue they ll never even have to think about.
My kids own pediatrician, who actually did ask me ONCE, Where do they get their protein, told me last year that if all his patients were as healthy as my children, he d go out of business. My husband and I are very fortunate that our friends and family members are not just understanding of our dietary choices, they are also incredibly supportive. I know that this is not the case for everyone, however. I feel very strongly that it is critically important for parents raising veg kids to take a firm stand with those who would undermine their core convictions. Junior doesn t eat animals.