Vegans live a different life style. People think that veganism only pertains to food, but it really means a pursuit to living without the conception or use of animal products. This means a lot of things to vegans. It creates a path of division on topics such as how to affect the environment best, sustainable clothing, and honey. But, for me being vegan meant I lost a lot of weight and kept it off by simply respecting not only myself more, but what I put into my body, and even more importantly what I decided to not put into my body.