After uhming and ahhing through my teenage years I finally took the plunge aged 20 by which time I was cooking for myself and therefore free to do as I pleased. Have been veggie 7 years now and couldnt imagine going back. Aside from the health benefits I honestly feel I eat a more diverse menu than most meat eaters – and my friends seem to agree, at keast once a week I cook for one or more of them – and all veggie foods which they love to try :)