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Surviving the Holidays as a Vegan (Without Losing Your Mind)

EPISODE · Nov 17, 2025 · 41 MIN

Surviving the Holidays as a Vegan (Without Losing Your Mind)

from Deficient Vegans · host Muscle Deficient Vegan & Protein Deficient Vegan

The holidays are here, which means travel, family gatherings, work potlucks, awkward conversations, and the annual tradition of someone proudly offering you a dish that’s “definitely vegan” (it’s not).In this episode of Deficient Vegans, we’re breaking down how to survive the holiday season as a vegan with your sanity, nutrition, and boundaries intact.YouTube - High Protein Pizza Dough and Fresh Vegan MozzarellaChapters0:02 Introduction to Holiday Survival0:25 New News Update2:43 Navigating Holiday Stress as a Vegan4:38 Setting Boundaries with Family8:20 Common Misconceptions about Veganism10:16 Family Cooking Challenges16:12 Holiday Food Ideas for Gatherings18:29 Dessert Options for the Holidays21:26 Handling Awkward Conversations24:13 Traveling as a Vegan29:29 Deciding Whether to Attend Gatherings32:35 Myth of the Week: Protein Density41:15 Conclusion and Resources⭐️ Deficient Vegans Discord ⭐️Protein Deficient Vegan WebsiteMuscle Deficient Vegan WebsiteFollow us on social media:Muscle Deficient Vegan - Fitness & NutritionInstagramYouTubeTikTokProtein Deficient Vegan - Food & RecipesInstagramYouTubeTikTok

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