#like as a meat eater veganism is the way fr

[sexlapis]

vegans r so right actually

[chaoticarson16]

Idk if you still doing these but if you do:

Main six +NJ

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Hope this is ok

Yay I haven’t had one of these in a while! :D

🧑‍🧑‍🧒 - Family

California: Him and the other Spanish colonies are siblings (Cal, Tex, Four corners, Florida, and Nevada). He’s the second oldest of his siblings, Texas being the oldest. He really wants to adopt a kid with New York, but he’s been too anxious to ask. So for now he’ll just be the best and totally the favorite uncle to Utah’s kids.

New York: He’s siblings with the other og13. Somewhere around being a middle child and he’s also twins with New Jersey. IDC, Gov, Maine, and DC are his niece and nephews (PA, Mass, and Maryland being parents is totally cannon I swear)

Louisiana: You’ve probably noticed a common theme. He’s siblings with the other French colonies and he’s the oldest. Those siblings are the twins Bama and Sippi, Missouri, Michigan, Arkansas, Illinois, and Oklahoma.

Florida: As mentioned in California’s, he’s siblings with the other Spanish colonies. He’s pretty close with California, even thought they don’t act like it but messing with each other is how they show their affection. Utahs kids love him because he doesn’t have any rules and he loves to do science experiments with them. Much to Utah’s dismay.

Texas: You know the drill. Since he’s the oldest he practically raised the others with help from the other older siblings.

Gov: He’s twins with IDC and they’re actually identical twins but IDC likes to dye her hair so it’s not that noticeable. If you put both of them plus their father side by side they look like carbon copies of each other. The only differences are the twins hair is darker and their eyes colors are a little different. When he was younger, his uncles would spoil the hell out of him and his sister. They would also go on play dates with Maine quite a bit. When DC was (born?? spawned??) they would take care of him too and treated him like a younger brother. There’s so many photos that they all use to embarrass Gov, IDC, Maine, and DC from the shenanigans they would get into.

New Jersey: Same as New York, middle sibling of the og13 and twins with York. Jersey was the uncle that spent the most time with the kids because he was the only one who could get them to go to sleep (to everyone’s surprise). They would rope him into their shenanigans cause they knew he would never say no to them.

🍜 - Food

California: Most people believe he’s vegan, but he’s actually not. He’s just a bit picky with meat and will only eat it if it’s seasoned certain ways. Like he can eat burgers perfectly fine but if you season and cook chicken the same way he’ll puke. That’s why he only eats vegetables or fruit if the others offer, cause there’s nothing done to them.

New York: This man is a picky eater. His siblings all know this and will either make him something else and or prepare the dish differently so he can eat it. Jersey’s been the only one who could get him to eat everything he made.

Louisiana: He is chef. No but fr this man loves to cook and everything he makes is amazing. He also eats everything, like he’s the opposite of New York.

Florida: He’ll eat any and everything. Except oysters and clams. He hates them. Only Loui knows why. It’s their texture

Texas: Everyone assumes he eats meat with every meal. Since he’ll jokingly make fun of California, they think he doesn’t like vegans or vegetarians (which California isn’t). He actually only eats meat maybe once or twice a week, usually on the weekends during cookouts. Them bull instincts make meat seem very unappealing.

Gov: This man runs on coffee and spite alone and the occasional grilled cheese

New Jersey: He can eat anything and I mean anything. Stupid little goat boy

👔 - Clothing

California: He’s usually seen in a skater boy kind of aesthetic, but he also likes wearing those cottage core type dresses. He’s also definitely got those glasses chains with the little charms at the end. He’s got many different ones but his favorite and New Yorks have little knives on them.

New York: He’s got that typical city style but when he doesn’t have meetings he likes to wear dark academia type outfits. This man has style

Louisiana: He is Adam Sandler and he’s waiting on them to play Gangnam style. Nah but fr the only stylizing he does are the occasional pieces of jewelry and the charms in his hair.

Florida: He’s got that beach boy/surfer boy style like you see at the table. He hates the way pants feel on his legs and he rarely wear sweaters only his husbands

Texas: Typically in farm wear like jeans and button ups or t shirts but he can also be seen in lounge wear when he’s at the statehouse

Gov: Usually in business attire since he’s at work almost 24/7. When the others actually manage to drag him out of his office to go somewhere, they’re surprised to see him space themed outfits. The most common thing is he’ll have stars on his clothing then planet based jewelry

New Jersey: Grunge goblincore is all that came to mind for him. Just the more earthy tones and the sweaters but also perfect for doing outdoorsy things. Perfect

🟣 - Romantic/Sexual/Shippy

California: I’m mainly a Caliyork shipper but I’m open to any ships that are legal and not toxic! His love languages are definitely physical touch and acts of service. He loves just holding his partners hand or hugging them and picking them up. He also loves doing anything they ask. Whether that be cooking or cleaning or just going with them somewhere. He likes feeling useful.

New York: Again the Caliyork brain rot is real. His love language is quality time. He loves just being around his partner. They don’t even have to be interacting, one could be on their phone and the other could be reading on the other side of the room and he’d be happy.

Louisiana: Flouigov are the husbands ever. They help teach Gov to relax and Gov helps them find better ways to regulate their energy that won’t upset anyone. His love language is acts of service

Florida: Same as before but Florida loves to cuddle them. His love languages are touch and acts of service. He also loves baking for them (the only form of cooking he can do)

Texas: I’m a major multi-shipper but my current fav is Texahoma (enemies/rivals to lovers fr) his love languages are words of affirmation and gift giving

Gov: He loves info-dumping about his interests to his partners. And they listen because they know he rarely gets to. He’s always either working or in meetings so the very rare occasions when he has free time he cuddle with his partners and starts talking. His love languages are words of affirmation and quality time

New Jersey: I see him being with both Nevada and Wyoming (it’s random I know but I love them) his love languages are quality time and physical touch

🗡️ - Fighting

California: Mainly fights with his legs and he’s really strong with them. He once dislocated Florida’s knee after he broke one of his mugs

New York: Mainly uses his fists and brass knuckles but he also uses his bat and a gun

Louisiana: Mainly magic but he can and will shoot someone and when he somehow gets a gun he shoots to kill

Florida: He uses any and everything. That chair? Oh word. This stick? Hell yeah. His brother who just so happened to be standing next to him? Let’s do get help.

Texas: Gun. That’s it just gun. And occasionally his fists but mainly gun

Gov: He’s an excellent manipulator. He can usually dissolve the situation before he has to fight but he does carry a combat knife on him for when that doesn’t work

New Jersey: He uses all his limbs. His fists, his legs, his teeth. Whatever works

Got a bit lazy at the end but I’m so sorry this is late I’ve been pretty busy

[katherlyna]

Plant-Based Meat

You may have noticed that plant-based meats are becoming more common. These are products made with plant-based ingredients that can be used in recipes that traditionally use meat, making them vegan.

Many meatless alternatives are used the same way you would use meat. For example, there are meatless burgers, hot dogs, bacon, crumbles, meatballs, and even deli chips. Many are so versatile and delicious that people who don't necessarily follow a plant-based diet enjoy eating them.

With nearly 130 billion animals slaughtered each year for food, the climate crisis, and a global public health crisis, consumers are looking for less harmful sustainable food. Plant-based meats made with absolutely no animals meet all the criteria—including being healthier than standard animal-based meats while rivalling their taste and texture. Their growing variety makes them an excellent choice for meat-eaters, flexitarians, vegetarians, and vegans.

What is plant-based meat?

Plant-based meats are foods made from plants designed to provide an alternative to animal meat—whether in the form of burgers, bacon, steak, chicken nuggets, sausage, fish fillets, or the countless other popular foods that many of us grow along with superior. Like your classic veggie burger, some are mostly made with vegetables and beans. While others, thanks to technological advances and creative cooks, use proteins and plant extracts like peas, soy or wheat that genuinely mimic the taste, texture and appearance of animal meat.

Two of today's best-known plant-based meat options, the Beyond Burger and the Impossible Burger, contain plant-based protein that mimics meat -- all without the cholesterol found in animal products. Beyond Burger contains pea protein and is blended with other ingredients, including coconut oil and beet juice, to give it a meaty look, taste and feel. Meanwhile, the Impossible Burger contains protein from soy and potatoes and heme, an iron-containing molecule essential to life that makes meat taste like meat. It's also the secret behind Impossible's famous "bleeding" burger effect -- just like meat.

What might be in a plant-based meat product?

vital wheat gluten or seitan

soy and tofu

pea protein

potato starch

coconut oil

beans and lentils

nuts and seeds

vegetables

Pros

Less red meat can mean a lower risk of heart disease.

Plant-based meats are lower in calories than animal-based meats. This prevents excessive calorie consumption, which contributes to healthy weight management.

Cons

It might be higher in sodium

Is Plant-Based Meat Sustainable?

Plant-based foods help your health and support the health of our planet.

Compared to animal-based foods, plant-based foods require fewer resources: land and water. Nearly 20 percent of the planet's freshwater is used to produce meat and dairy, and livestock is a significant driver of climate change, accounting for about 14.5 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions.

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Conclusion

Plant-based meat may be a sustainable ecological solution and a tasty alternative for those who avoid meat for ethical or health reasons. They provide essential nutrients and fibre and might be lower in saturated fat than meat.

However, they may contain lower certain nutrients, such as protein, vitamin B12, or zinc, than regular meat products. It's important to note that a plant-based diet can get enough nutrients by including various whole foods and supplementing with vitamin B12.

People looking to try plant-based meats should check the ingredient list to help them choose nutrient-dense products. They may also want to avoid or limit adding too much sugar, fat or salt.

While each type of meat has its pros and cons, the secret to safe and healthy consumption lies in food choice. Plant-based meat is a great way to consume meat for vegetarians, vegans, and those whose diets do not include animal foods. When picking plant-based meats, it's essential to pay attention to three factors:

Nutritional value, including calories from meat.

Ingredients for preparing meat.

Read food labels carefully to avoid additives.

By choosing the right foods, people can safely enjoy plant-based meat.

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Reference List

Panoff, L. (2022, January 4). Is plant-based meat healthy? Nutrients, benefits, downsides. Healthline. https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/is-plant-based-meat-healthy 

WHAT IS PLANT-BASED MEAT, AND IS IT HEALTHY? Thehumaneleague.org. (n.d.). https://thehumaneleague.org/article/plant-based-meat 

Plant-based meat - is it healthy? know the pros and cons. Latest News by Times now News. (n.d.). https://www.timesnownews.com/health/article/plant-based-meat-protein-healthy-pros-cons/857298 

MediLexicon International. (n.d.). Is plant-based meat healthy? pros and cons. Medical News Today. https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/is-plant-based-meat-healthy#choosing-healthier-options