Hi Y'all, I was wondering if anyone has any advice for someone who is going vegan with food texture/sensitivity issues. I'm autistic and I'm transitioning to being vegan. I've gathered dishes I cook most and found vegan versions of them so I'm eating fairly normally on a vegan diet, but would still like to introduce more vegetables in my daily food intake instead of relying on processed vegan food. I can eat vegetables if I can't feel it (such as smoothies, pureed soups etc), but I can't eat/drink fruits due to their flavor and texture. I've made progress and can take citrus drinks now, but still can't eat them.
If anyone has a recipe they like that includes blending vegetables, or has advice for my food sensitivity issue, it would be appreciated!
Being Vegan with food sensory issues (Autism)
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My best advice is to put them into something else you like until you get used to them! Sometimes it's all about the way you cook foods. For example, I (also autistic btw) can't stand most raw vegetables. I can't eat salads, won't eat celery or carrot sticks with dip, etc. However I've found different ways to cook them that make them easier for me to eat, liike sauteeing spinach in broth (because oil is terrifying </3) or roasting my carrots with other veggies!
The same can apply to fruits as well, perhaps a nice banana bread or cinnamon baked apples, for example!
The same can apply to fruits as well, perhaps a nice banana bread or cinnamon baked apples, for example!
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May I ask, is it specifically the wet texture of fruits that you can't handle? Because that doesn't bother me (also autistic) but like, I can easily see how it would.
Being vegan with food sensory issues can present challenges, as certain textures, tastes, or smells may be difficult to tolerate. It's important to focus on a variety of plant-based options that align with personal sensory preferences, experiment with different cooking techniques, and consult with a healthcare professional or nutritionist for guidance.
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Yes, it is the wet textures of fruit, and leafy/crunchy vegetables that particularly bother me. I've been a vegan for a year now though, and I've been better at trying new foods! I eat lots of legumes now that I've never even considered. Hopefully it's going well for you as well.Jake Collingwood wrote: ↑Thu Jun 22, 2023 8:50 am May I ask, is it specifically the wet texture of fruits that you can't handle? Because that doesn't bother me (also autistic) but like, I can easily see how it would.