Anju Kurian Instagram – Thanks to all my friends and family who supported me during my 40 days vegan challenge. I would like to say that health and nutrition is completely bio-individual and whilst some may thrive on a vegan diet, others might not. So I have decided to continue as a flexitarian😉. Here is an update on going vegan for 40days. Pros : * Feel strong and healthy. * Promotes greater self-control. * Encourages mindful eating. * Easier to manage weight and natural tendency to reduce your calorie intake. * Energy boost. * No mood swings & no period cramps. * Healthier and better bowel movement. * Less stress and more focused. Cons: * Limited food choices. * Difficulty when dining out(not many restaurants offer true vegan choices & need to always ask each ingredient in meals). * Social isolation. * Prone to take more carbs. * Need to plan ahead & be organised. * More bloating & sugar craving. * Substitutes can be difficult to find depending on where you live. I believe in a balanced ,varied, seasonal diet and not in too much supplementation. It’s not about being perfect, it’s about effort and when you implement that effort into your life every single day, that’s when the transformation happens. Ultimate wellness is not about how your body looks, but how it feels 🥰. #ak40veganchallenge . . . 📸- @aju.matthew Allepey, Kerela