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Is a Japan transit visa required for a 19-hour layover at Haneda? My flight is from Detroit to Haneda Airport to Manila. Do I need to get a transit visa for Japan, because my layover at Haneda is 19 hours? I am a citizen of the Philippines. <Q> Yes, you can transit without a visa at Haneda airport, if your connection t...	Visa required, except for Passengers transiting through Tokyo (HND) or Osaka (KIX) with a confirmed onward ticket for a flight to a third country within 72 hours.
I overstayed in US and I'm barred for ten years, but I want to visit my kid I am a French citizen. 2003 -> 2012 : I have lived and worked in US under lawful visas. 2012 -> 2019 : I overstayed in US. 2008 : I got married in US with a green card holder non-US citizen. 2015 : I had a kid with my green card holder non-U...	There is no waiver for immigrant intent, so you would not even get to the stage where you would be considered for a waiver for the ban.
Should I insist on a refund or take Ryanair's offer to move travel date free of charge? I bought a Ryanair return ticket from Zadar (Croatia) to Wroclaw (Poland) in February 2020, and my flight was scheduled for the middle of May. On March 21 I received an official mail that I was able to cancel my reservation and clai...	My principle is to always get a refund.
Canadian citizen needs insulin in US during lockdown I am a 67 years old Canadian Citizen who came to US to visit my son on Feb 29th, 2020. Can't go back due to Covid19, how can I get insulin? <Q> You can get insulin without a prescription in USA. <S> However, since it won’t be the kind you’re accustomed to, you shou...	Depending on which state you are currently in, the pharmacist may be able to prescribe the insulin and fill the prescription.
Clearing TSA at JFK for international flight Later this year (hopefully) we have a flight on China Eastern. If we check in on line can we go through security with a boarding pass that is printed on our home printer? At this time the flight is still scheduled because it isn't until September 2020. <Q> You can also gener...	If the airline will provide you with a boarding pass that you can print on your home printer, you can use it to pass through security.
Why does one often have to check in extra early, i.e. 3-4 hours early, before the flight departure for (covid-19) repatriation flights? I read on https://twitter.com/RichardBarrow/status/1247761807839657984?s=20 : In addition, for repatriation flights, you often have to check in extra early like 3-4 hours beforehand...	If you really want to get on the flight then it's best to be there extra early to deal with the unexpected. Repatriation flights are organized and approved by governments to help return citizens to their country of origin.
How are border closures enforced in the Schengen area given the large number of crossing points? In the past month, all Schengen countries announced strict border controls even within the Schengen area and even for EU citizens. However European borders are extremely porous given the large number of border towns and sma...	Border closures vary from member state to member state: Not all states have closed their borders. At this time, there are police patrols along the German and Dutch border, both sides.
California driver's license expires in May, can I get a RealID without visiting a DMV? Like probably most of the rest of the US, I'm currently staying home with very, very few exceptions. My driver's license however expires in May (now extended 60 more days), and I have never had a RealID. I also do not have a curren...	First-time California REAL ID applications must be made in-person. You can apply for a passport at the post office. You are not required to have a REAL ID driver's license to drive, but you are required to have a driver's license to drive.
Budget Longhaul Flights with Stopover It is often said that many of the barriers to low-cost airlines doing longhaul journeys arise because of reasons pertaining to having to acquire aircraft (and crew) that can fly directly. Also, ‘Third Country Trading Barriers’ are mentioned, but I doubt that it is a major issue, as...	First, many of the aircraft flying short-haul, such as the A320 family, have versions that can fly transoceanic and other long haul routes :
Stuck in US due to coronavirus - travel visa will expire before flights are available My cousin was supposed to fly back to Poland on May 27, but we just found out yesterday that her flight is cancelled and the earliest flight back is mid July - her six-month travel visa will expire June 12. We must extend her trav...	There are still commercial flights to Poland flying every day through July, while your guest may not be able to make it out as originally ticketed, there are plenty of alternatives flying from major US cities to Poland.
Proof that a US citizen can return to US with a passport expiring in 6 months The question was already asked whether a US citizen can return on a valid passport which expires within 6 months of returning. A lot of people commented and answered to the effect of "of course you can, it's your country!"And logically it ...	In theory, if you (as a US Citizen) without a valid passport or any other proof of citizenship, arrive at a port of entry cannot be denied entry.
I've been warned to leave the US within 10 days as I will "overstay" my visa, but I have legally left the country by plane months ago. What can I do? So this year I went to Florida with my family for 2 weeks. We were all tourists and we go to the US almost every year and have no administrative problems usually. This ...	When you contact immigration they will tell you what you need to do, but most likely if you simply give them the date and flight number when you left that will be the end of it.
Dual Citizenship (US, S. Korea) and entering Korea I am currently a college student (20yrs) finishing up a semester of college in the US before flying back to Korea to be with my parents, but I heard that the travel restrictions in Korea are a bit crazy at the moment due to COVID-19. I am a dual US/Korean citizen and...	Just buy the ticket with the name in your Korean passport and travel with your Korean passport.
Car travel through France to Spain - what restrictions are in place due to Covid19? I have a villa in Spain that I was planning to go to at the end of July. I know that all borders were at one time closed - but I am also now told that they are open? but, in Spain, you need a green residency permit or you may be stopped...	Only Spanish citizens or those who can prove residency in Spain by presenting a green residency certificate, are allowed to enter Spain through airports, ports or land borders. Regarding France, while you may technically be able to enter the country (if you are an EU/EEA citizen or resident), you are not allowed to tra...
How can I get a 220 V European plug into a 220 V wall outlet in Taiwan? I have to help someone plug a European built electronic device into a 220 volt wall outlet in Taiwan . Right now they have a cord with a two round pin type-C plug. We're in northern Taiwan, Hsinchu and Taipei are both easily accessible. Is th...	This is actually a common problem as mainland China uses 220V and people need a way to plug electronics bought there. Googling nema 6-20 IEC cord seems to find a few online sellers, I have no idea how hard it would be to find them in taiwan though.
Is there any website or service for showing countries / regions open for travel during Covid-19 restrictions? As countries and regions open up from lockdown, I was wondering if there's an online tool that can highlight which places a person is free to travel to based on: Passports held Current residency / residency ...	Kayak has published an interactive map to show which countries are open.
Google Maps public transport in offline mode? Google Maps is a good ally when traveling. You can download a map for offline and this is nice because when you arrive to a new place and have no internet you can still have access to a map. However, public transportation is not downloaded for offline use. Is it possible? ...	Downloading offline maps doesn't download public transport directions. HereWeGo is a general-purpose navigation mapping tool and can download maps.
How can I (US Citizen) get into Germany mid-June 2020? I am having a hard time finding a centralized resource describing which countries are open to which citizens. I have an urgent need to get into Germany for work. The UK government is about to enact a 14-day isolation for inbound travelers. This must mean they are...	The current restrictions (in place until 15 June 2020) do not allow you to enter. But yes for the case of the UK, it is open to all inbound travelers according to IATA .
What is the meaning of a police car with no department or logo in the USA? While traveling in the Southwest, I saw on two different occasions police cars that were painted all black, with no writing or logos on them. One was an older style of a police car, the other was a muscle car that looked brand new. They had all ...	They are typically used to blend into traffic or other roadside cars. On some roads that are notorious for speeders, police departments may even park empty marked police cars to deter people from speeding.
Is it possible to travel to England with a Bulgarian ID card Hi I am a Bulgarian citizen and I want to urgently go to England for week but my passport is expired. My ID card is valid so can I travel to England with my Bulgarian ID card in the bus? Train? By plane? <Q> While the UK has technically left the EU. <S> It is...	So for the moment yes you can use an EU national ID card to enter the UK.
How is quarantine upon entering the UK enforced? A compulsory 14-day quarantine was enforced for travellers arriving in the UK. How is this checked/regulated? <Q> There isn’t a lot done to enforce this. <S> The UK Government website says : You may also be fined up to £1,000 if you refuse to self-isolate, or you ...	UK Border Force will check that travellers fill out a Public Health Passenger Locator form with their contact details, location address and travel plans.
Are flights from London to Bucharest for real? COVID-19 I urgently need a one-way ticket to Bucharest, Romania . In the last two weeks, I booked with Wizz-air from Luton, flight got cancelled, booked again, cancelled again 3 times with the reason given by airline staff: " airport restrictions ". They are not prepare...	FlightAware showed me out of the last week , only one Ryanair flight flew from Stansted to Bucharest.
Which defunct countries still have valid passports Background: I need a list of countries which still have valid passports attached to them for a project. I don't know, what to do about countries that no longer exist, however. Which defunct countries' passports are still valid? That is in the hypothetical situation...	Identity cards and passports of the former GDR are no longer valid at the end of this year.
Do I need to register my phone in Turkey if I'm using a UK SIM card? In Turkey, people are required to register their mobile devices they brought from abroad. If a new device is not registered within 120 days, its IMEI number is blocked ( official source in Turkish ). I'm a Turkish citizen living in the UK and occasio...	According to the prepaid SIM card wiki , which is of course unofficial but usually reliable, you do not have to complete the foreign-purchased-phone registration process if you are using a non-Turkish SIM card.
What exactly was/is the difference between "Disney World" and "Disneyland"? You'd think this would be "easy to look up", but... no. And what's with the inconsistent naming? Why isn't it "Disney Land" or "Disneyworld"? I've numerous times consulted Wikipedia to try to straighten this out, but always come back even mor...	In the USA, Disneyland is the name of Disney's property in Anaheim, California.
Are vignettes needed to drive on German motorways? I will need to drive to Berlin soon (July 2020) and I'm trying to figure out if Germany requires a Vignette to use their motorways, like neighbouring Switzerland and Austria do. This article seems to imply that this will soon be the case, but I can't tell if this has...	No, you do not need a vignette but might need a environmental sticker in some cities: Unless you're driving a truck you are free to use the motorway without a vignette.
How is the London congestion charge administered? I have a rental car and I'm not sure whether I drove through the zone over the last few days. How can I know whether I'm obligated to pay the charge, and if I am but have not done so, then what will happen? <Q> Have the cameras recorded your plate? <S> If you've driv...	there's no way to find out if your vehicle's number plate was recorded or not , other than wait to see if you get a letter or fine through the post. The main page for TfL London's Congestion Charge can advise you on how to pay the charge.
Can I get a driver's license as a tourist in the EU? Can a non-EU citizen visiting the EU actually go to a driving school and get a driver's license? Or will the person be required to be a resident/citizen (of the EU)? I've found a similar answer for the US but am still unsure about the EU. <Q> Unlikely. <S> Though ...	Apply for a learner permit Sign up with an approved driving school for at least 12 hours of practical training
Is this "warning for prostitutes" sign actually a real, official sign in Italy? While browsing Wikipedia to verify what " puta " meant (as I kept hearing it in Spanish) I found this bizarre photo : I tried to find the address "31021 Mogliano Veneto, Province of Treviso, Italy" on Google Maps Street View, to no luck....	The sign is written in Italian and does not seem to have any relation with Spanish profanities, except as a generic illustration for "prostitute".
How do Schengen countries know if someone has overstayed internally? How does the EU countries know if someone has overstayed when they do not enter/exit the external border/airport? For example, if you travel by plane, you'll get stamped on your passport and maybe you will get register for your traveling in the Scheg...	When travelling within the Schengen Area, no stamps are issued, so there is indeed no easy way to check if the 90-day rule for residence permit holders has been respected or not.
How can I find my train platform number at Zurich? I am traveling by train from Paris to Vienna, via Zurich HB, in a couple of weeks, and there is not much changeover time between the arrival in Zurich and the departure. I know the platform from which the (Nightjet) train to Vienna departs at 20:40, but cannot find any...	Just use the trip planner, which gives you platform numbers.
How can I make sure I never board an airplane made by a particular manufacturer? After watching a video on how a major aircraft manufacturer builds their planes, I am considering avoiding flying on them. I usually fly between Austria and northern Germany. If I wanted to never board certain types of aircraft on those...	Don't board if the wrong aircraft shows up at the gate.
How can I see a moose in the wild in Moscow? I'm a student learning the Russian language and going to visit Moscow after the pandemic, and I've read on the Internet that there's a population of moose living inside that city. In particular, the official website of Moscow's mayor says : Для борьбы с распространением к...	While the park aptly called "Лосиный Остров" ("Moose Island") does contain a small population of moose, the park is huge and mostly wild, and meeting them is more like winning the lottery.
Will the cabin crew heat your own food up? Normally, you get a meal or two depending on the length of your flight. However, let's say that you also brought your own food with you (maybe a burger or ramen). Are you allowed to ask the crew to heat it up for you? If so, what's the best way to do that? <Q> A cabin crewmemb...	The answer is: No, it is NOT allowed! You can certainly ask, but considering airlines are even reluctant to heat up the food they're serving to you, it would be a hard sell to ask them to heat up your personal food.
Why did Turkish Airlines restrict hand luggage to 4 kg for the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic? According to Turkish Airlines : In accordance with coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic measures, cabin baggage rules have been temporarily amended to maintain social distance and reduce movement around the cabin. At this ti...	I don't know Turkish Airlines reasoning, but ensuring that what bags are allowed on board will fit quickly and easily near the passenger's seat seems likely to lead to less movement around the plane and contact between passengers.
Are Uber/Lyft reliable for early morning airport pickup? (rural Kansas) Apparently my itinerary with AA for July 31, 2020 has automatically been changed. My flight is now scheduled to depart at 6:24 A.M. This leaves me in a quandary as I don't have a car, and I am not sure if an Uber/Lyft will be available at around 4 ...	when I try to order an Uber from Manhattan, KS to Manhattan Regional Airport, KS, Uber shows "No Cars Available". But if I ever needed to schedule a time-critical pickup in advance, I would pay extra for an established taxi service instead of using rideshare. The issues with Uber/Lyft along with nearly all other compan...
Where can I see ocean bioluminescence in coastal California? I know that Newport Beach has truly spectacular bioluminescence . Are there other places on the coast of California where the phenomenon can be seen, particularly north of Newport Beach? <Q> San Diego. <S> https://www.pointloma-obmonthly.com/news/story/202...	With the red tide along San Diego's shore, locals have been flocking to the coast nightly to catch a glimpse of bioluminescent waves.
How to find quiet place to stop close to a motorway junction? We are making a long journey by car across England, France, Belgium, the Netherlands and Germany. It will take around 16 hours of driving which we are splitting over two days. We have the hotel booked at the halfway point, but we will also need a few stops ...	you'll often pass through towns and villages with nice places to stop. In France , if you route along the D-roads for a bit (speed limit generally 80km/h so you may not want to use them for the whole day)
How can I buy euros via bank transfer in Austria? I recently moved from the UK to Austria (Graz) and bought a prepaid travel card from the Post Office beforehand. Unfortunately this does not work in any bank or ATM I can find, and I do not have a valid UK bank card, so I cannot withdraw any money and only have about 2 ...	If you can open a bank account in Austria or an N26 bank account which might be easier to open, you can either use Revolut or TransferWise to transfer money from your UK bank account or bank cards into euros to your Austrian bank account.
Flying to Daughter's College Town, Flying Back Together: Booking Roundtrip and One-way How do I go about the above (Flying to Daughter's College Town, Flying Back Together: Booking Roundtrip and One-way?)? I want to fly to my daughter's city, then have her fly back home with me (seated together). Thank you! <Q> I don...	It is possible on most airlines to "link" two separate reservations that have already been made.
Who is a good provider for mobile internet in Switzerland? Background: I plan to travel to Lötschental in Switzerland for a few weeks and would like to have mobile internet for my laptop (and optimally also for the phone - but this has lower priority). I am from Germany. My laptop does have a SIM card slot. I ha...	As far as I know, Telekom includes Switzerland in der general roaming package. The best coverage in Switzerland is offered by Swisscom (especially in more remote areas). A good place to look for mobile phone products is Comparis , it allows to find good offerings based on your call/data profile.
Is it normal for hotels to offer two single beds pushed together when a double bed is booked? Recently, in multiple hotels, we paid for a double bed but got two smaller beds near each other instead. The two beds can move apart during the night, if you sleep on the middle. Should we complain? Is two twin beds near each ...	Hotels normally have a mix of double (rooms with double beds) and twin (rooms with two beds), and will sometimes convert twin rooms into doubles by pushing the beds together.
Visa application asking if you have a residence in country other than your nationality I have a valid student visa for Russia. I am applying for France, in the application form, it says, do you have a residence in a country other than your current nationality. Do I check No or Yes? Does student visa goes as residence f...	If you were studying there but have now finished your studies and are back in your home country, you should probably answer no. When you are uncertain in a case like this, it is always best to choose the option that leads to the disclosure of more information, so you should choose "yes."
Are there airlines that offer upgrades on-board? You can always request an upgrade to a higher class before you board, you can use your miles or pay and get your ticket upgraded to business/premium class then you will be issued a new boarding pass. However, are there any airlines that provide that after boarding? li...	Edelweiss allows you to upgrade from Economy to Business after boarding the plane.
If I land in London the night of September 9th, will I be required to self isolate until September 22nd or September 23rd? Does the count of 14 days include the day I land?I have someplace important to be at the evening of September 23rd. <Q> The top answer so far quotes the guidance and not the law. <S> The law...	The fourteenth day after your arrival is 23 September, and the Regulation means that the quarantine period is 14 full days which start when you arrive, but are counted from the midnight after you arrive.
Why are the shops open in Geneva today (on a Sunday)? Many places in Europe are notorious for not being open on Sundays. This is especially true in Switzerland. Today, August 30th 2020, for some odd reason, some stores are open. Coop : Migros The only explanations, given here, are: ouverture dimanche and ...	In Geneva, following a 2018 vote, shops are allowed to open on three Sundays during the year.
Do vegan diets contain enough calcium? With lack of dairy products which comes from a cow, is it still possible to have enough calcium in your diet? <Q> According to this Medscape article , vegans and vegetarians children can obtain calcium from various sources such as: fortified soy formulas, soy milk, soy cheese, so...	Vegans can consume fortified soy formulas, soy milk, soy cheese, soy yogurt, and various other calcium-fortified foods.
Pros and cons of trying a vegetarian diet for a few months as a transition to veganism? I'm interested in becoming a vegan, and cutting all animal products out of my diet. Should I go cold turkey (pun intended) and just stop eating animal products immediately, or should I try to be a vegetarian first? What are the ...	If you need lots of time, being vegetarian first isn't a bad step. Going cold turkey could be a big motivator for a change in some people.
Is it healthy to be a vegetarian? Considering the human evolution and the diet of our ancestors, are humans biologically able to become a vegeterian and remain healthy? <Q> It seems to me that "human evolution and the diet of our ancestors" is completely irrelevant. <S> It's just a rephrasing of "if God had intended ma...	A vegetarian or vegan diet is certainly possible, although there are some nutritional concerns (e.g. lack of vitamin D, B12) which can be easily addressed in a variety of ways.
What are the highest protein sources for vegetarians/vegans? One of the most frequent questions I am asked as a 30+ year vegetarian is where do you get your protein? There seems to be a belief that the only source of protein is meat. What are the highest sources of protein for vegetarians and for vegans? <Q> As long...	I use the Livfit superfoods powder, and mix it with hemp seeds, chia seeds, peanut butter, yogurt.
For a recipe that contains fish, what could be a vegetarian substitute that somewhat retains taste? My wife finds that the marinated tofu we add to our pasta tastes pretty similar to meat (I am vegetarian but she is not, so I wouldn't know, but I take her word for it). When a recipe contains fish, what might be some v...	I personally find that the smoked garlic paste by Biona (which you can buy in organic shops in the UK and Germany) tastes a bit like fish, so marinate tofu in it
Is it true that vegetarians who eat meat become ill? I've been a veggie for years, but recently I've been told that if I ever accidentally or intentionally eat meat again I may become violently ill , because my body isn't used to it. I've eaten small mouthfuls of meat a few times when there have been order mix-ups and...	so yes, consuming meat can make vegetarians ill but not likely violently.
What is Seitan? How do I get it? I've heard of a vegetarian / vegan meat substitute called seitan. What is it, and can I make it at home? Do I just prepare it in the same way I might cook chicken or beef? <Q> Seitan is a meat substitute made from wheat. <S> It has a meaty, almost beef-like texture and is very high in p...	Readymade seitan can be bought in various forms - eg as a piece in health food stores, or as canned "mock duck" or "gluten puffs" (very different products!) at an asian grocery, or as part of a semi-convenience products.
How can I make a pleasant vegan latte? Soy milk often curdles in heat I love coffee, but I find that usually when I pour soy milk into my coffee, it separates or curdles in some way and becomes utterly vile. Do any other non-dairy milks or specific soy brands produce better results? Or should I heat it in some way? P...	There are even brands like Natumi that have a perfect mixture of hazelnut with rice, or almond with spelt, that doesn't curdle and produces great foam.
Which foods at Indian restaurants tend to be vegan and how can I tell? Indian restaurants often throw me off. Usually I must ask if the bread is not buttered but the bread is sometimes made with milk and sometimes not. I know some words, like "paneer," refer to dairy products but often make a mistake and order somethin...	Most Indian-esque restaurants I've visited expressly note whether a dish is vegan, vegetarian or contains meat. Some things that are likely to contain dairy (even if not mentioned): naan biryani and some other rice dishes desserts and sweets rasam (ghee is likely used in tempering) If you are not super-strict then do s...
What do you call an almost vegetarian diet that includes honey and insects, but excludes milk and eggs? I'm looking for the name of a non-lacto or ovo diet, but that includes honey and insects (as the title says). What would this version of vegetarianism be called? I'm looking for a name similar to lacto-vegetarian, ...	In most practical situations, you can just say you are vegan. Another possible word is bugvorousgarian
Where does the B12 in vitamin supplements come from? I know that many animal products contain vitamin B12 and that it's very hard or even impossible to get enough from plant-based food. There are supplements which vegans should take. But what are these B12 supplements made of? Are they actually vegan? <Q> The B12 in s...	Artificial vitamin B12, also known as Cyanocobalamin is produced by bacterial fermentation , as indicated here .
Is it safe to follow a Fruitarian diet? If not, what are the potential health issues? Fruitarianism is a diet that consists entirely or primarily of fruits in the botanical sense, and possibly nuts and seeds, without animal products. Fruitarianism is a subset of dietary veganism. Is it safe to follow a Fruitarian...	As with any diet high fructose sugars, it would not be considered healthy unless the fruits are eaten in moderation.
Weight gain tips for a vegan diet? I'm vegan and in general I don't have any problem maintaining my weight, but for the last few months I've wanted to increase my weight and it's been really hard. Could others who have had the same problem give me some tips or advice on how to gain weight on a vegan diet? <Q> My #1 ...	Experiment with what works for you and keep snacks handy so that you can reach for quality nourishment rather than a quick fix of empty energy (i.e., sugar or junk food). If you want to gain lean weight - instead of a mix between lean weight and fat -, then you need a high protein diet.
What are the health benefits of eating citrus fruits with their peels? I'd like to know what are the health advantages of eating citrus fruits with their peels. By citrus fruits I mean lemons, limes, oranges, mandarins, etc. Lets assume we're talking about raw, organic fruits. <Q> The peel part of a Citrus acutally p...	If you're stranded on a deserted Island with only a few citrus fruits and you want to avoid scurvy, then those peels might come in handy, but for everything else, the sheer amount of it you'd need to make a meaningful addition to your daily nutriments, means it just doesn't matter much if anything at all.
Vegans: Besides supplements, what can substitute for Calcium? The RDA for Calcium is 900 mg for adults: what are some good calcium sources for vegans? I already know of: Tofu Please exclude: Any Calcium pills or supplements. Milk and any dairy products. Fortified Fruit Juices (because these are too saccha...	Calcium is readily available from a number of plant-based sources: Tofu, processed with nigari * (100g) 282mg Collard greens, cooked (1 cup)
Are there vegan formula options for infants? If I am unable to breastfeed and I want to avoid dairy-based products, what are my options for formula? <Q> There are soy formulas that are suitable for infants from birth. <S> For example, SMA Wysoy Soya Infant formula <S> However, soy formulas are reinforced with vitami...	Prémiriz is suitable for vegan babies. Almond milk should be very common and should be found at your nearest superstore.
Are raw potatoes good for a snack? We can read that potatoes contain toxic compounds (such as glycoalkaloids). Despite that, would it be still a good idea to eat them raw (e.g. russet baby potatoes)? If so, what are the safe daily amounts (like 0.5kg/day or less is fine)? Better with peels or without, or it doesn't m...	Raw potatoes are fine, but if they've started to sprout again they are harmful.
Is eating lab-grown meat vegan? Considering the technology advancement where you could have meat grown in a lab, would it be considered vegan (since it is not a animal product)? Would it depend whether the lab-grown meat was originally derived from an animal's tissue? <Q> It would be vegan if its production does not r...	If you are vegan out of concern for animal well-being, then sure, I would say it's vegan if nothing is from an actual animal (i.e. Stem cells, tissues, etc. It really is up to you and the actual process of the lab/manufacturer.
Is yeast-risen bread (or other baked products) vegan? Most breads are leavened with yeast, which is killed during baking. If my recipe is flour , water, yeast, and a bit of salt, is the resulting bread non-vegan? <Q> Yeast is a unicellular organism, a type of fungus (not an animal). <S> It is significantly less comp...	If you are, then it is likely to be vegan, but the only way to tell for sure is finding out how the flour was bleached.
Is it possible to feed a cat or a dog under a vegan diet? I've read that cats cannot live on a vegan diet ( they may even die ). Is that true? Why is that? Is it the same with dogs? <Q> There are commercially available vegan dog foods that can be safely fed to dogs. <S> Brown et al. <S> tested vegan dog food on a s...	But even cats and dogs can live healthily on a plant-based diet, simply by ensuring that they get all the necessary types of foods and nutrients, which are all available in the plant kingdom or in synthetic supplements.
Are there any considerations a vegan might make when choosing transportation? Walk, bicycle, drive or ride public transportation. Each has limitations on how effective it can be depending on distance and location. When choosing transportation are there any vegan considerations? If so what would they be? <Q> A very...	Walking or biking can also help lessen the chances of animal deaths. The only one I can think of is fuel. To be avoided are: Riding elephants (in the room or not) ;-)
Is there any evidence that vegan and/or rawfood diets are beneficial to people that suffer from rheumatoid arthritis? Symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis often get worse on diets abundant in meats, especially red meats. Can vegan and/or raw food diets have positive effects on people with this disease? <Q> This may be p...	According to Arthritis Research UK , there is some evidence of vegan diet improving medical condition of people suffering from arthritis .
In what ways can an individual influence the availability of vegan food in shops and restaurants? I would like to know what an ordinary person can do to increase the proportion of vegan-oriented products in shops and of vegan meals in restaurants. While in bigger cities and/or countries with larger vegan and vegetari...	By the number of requests the managers of the restaurants will understand that there's a demand for veg options and will increase their offer. If you're not a fan of this approach, writing a letter may work if it ends up in the right hands and argues points advertising the potentially profitable business aspects (menti...
Does vegan mentoring exist? I've searched for mentoring programs to get some help (in addition to this community) to fully become vegan, but none suited my criteria. I'm currently searching in my region (France), but I didn't found anything like that. Do you know any mentoring program? Are there some available in F...	There's a website called vegfriend that seems to be an online community in which you might be able to find local members.
Is there a (social media?) website dedicated to helping people find vegan or vegetarian restaurants, shops and services? I often need to search for a place to eat out, and I find Google and other search engines less than ideal for this task, especially since advertising plays such a big role in which results come out o...	You might like Happy Cow which is a social media site to help folks find vegan, vegetarian, and veg-friendly restaurants, shops and services.
Is there a vegan alternative to beeswax for wooden furniture? Many polishes for wooden furniture are made with beeswax or other animal-derived ingredients. As a vegan, I'm refusing buying any of those products. Does any alternative to beeswax for polishing wooden furniture exist? <Q> There may be alternatives availabl...	Carnauba wax is widely recommended as a wood polish, however you might have to mix your own polish (recipes from people far more knowledgeable than me in woodworking can be found all over the web) from it since many pre-made carnauba polishes contain beeswax in addition to it...
What health reasons might prevent people from becoming vegan? Often, people say something like "I'd love to be vegan, but I have low iron levels and a vegan diet would be unhealthy for me." I'm not a physician and I can't just say "I assure you, your iron intake will not suffer, but maybe even improve." I still...	There are many medical conditions that call for dietary restrictions.
Why is egg commonly allowed in vegetarian food? Very often when talking about vegetarian food, in restaurants or on labels for food, eggs are considered as suitable for vegetarians. There are some labels "lacto-vegetarian" but not so common (at least everywhere I went so far). I don't understand any more how the eggs ...	As an aside, the UK Vegetarian Society will only approve products that contain eggs if the eggs are "free-range" because this is believed to provide a better quality of life for the animals.
What kinds of vegetarian meal options are available on airlines? I'm flying to Asia in the summer and I noticed a long list of special diets that are available. In Europe, I have always been able to order a cheese sandwich instead of one that contains meat. Is that the case everywhere, or are there airlines that don't ...	RVML is a raw vegetarian meal, and FPML is a fruit platter meal Not all airlines serve all of these on all flights but you can always order a meal that's more restrictive than you normally are. What airlines do offer probably also depends on what routes and therefore passengers they fly.
Is there a vegan cheese I can use for pizzas? This weekend, I'm inviting friends at home to play online together. As every time they come, we have pizzas. But this time, I would like to prepare vegan pizzas for them. I'm therefore wondering if there is a vegan cheese that I can use for this. I saw that soy cheese exis...	A couple of pizza places local to me use Daiya Brand vegan cheese.
Are there any teas that are non-vegan? I am curious whether there are some teas that are not vegan (do not contain animal product, not even insects, fungal product is fine). I am interested mainly in teas available in European countries, but would appreciate information about any tea that does not fit the criteria. T...	Yes, there are a lot of teas (ie mixed infusions sold in tea shops) that are non-vegan
Which are good documentaries about environmental impact of livestock industry? I've already seen Cowspiracy (and I recommend it). Which other documentaries have been made about the impact of livestock industry and how going vegan can alleviate environmental problems? <Q> I will write down a list that touch this subje...	Earthlings - I have watched it a long time ago and it focuses mainly on how bad animals are treated in the meat industry, but I think it touches a little the environmental impact of livestock industry Food,
Can products labeled as "produced in factory that handles milk" be considered vegan? I know about some vegetarian labeled products that do not contain any non-vegan substances per se, they are just being produced in factories that produce other products which, in turn, contain dairy etc. While, presumably, not vegan en...	A chance of 0.1% of milk in 1 of 100 vegan bars would be considered vegan by me if the maker didnt intend to use milk in the making of the product.
Is there any website that tells what vegan recipes I can cook with X and Y ingredients? The internet is full of many recipes collections, with a variety of websites with many different features. Sometimes they let you make searches with a richness of parameters. Let's say I open my fridge and there are a couple of in...	Supercook is a great option for finding recopies based on defined parameters including ingredients and dietary restrictions.
How can I ask my guests to eat vegan when I host them? When I host an event or have guests over to my home, how can I insist that they do not bring animal products to consume at the event? In particular, I am interested in how to handle ethical opposition to such products without appearing ungrateful for what they migh...	One possibility is including verbiage along the lines of "Guests are encouraged to bring a dish to pass, but please limit yourself to vegan options." But as others suggested, let your guests know before hand so they can grab a bite on the way to your place (as we all have done so often!).
Which personal lubricants are vegan I'm wondering which kinds of personal lubricants are vegan. I'm not familiar with how they are usually made, or what substances are used in their manufacture, but I would think someone's figured out how to make them vegan. The areas I'm primarily asking about are relating to animal ...	I was recommended coconut oil as a personal lubricant (by a friend), so have since successfully used it for a few years.
How to replace cashews in vegan cheese? Many recipes for vegan cheese use cashews as a base. I have to avoid these recipes because I am highly allergic to cashews. Due to the nature of the allergy, I also have to avoid most tree nuts. What properties do cashews have that make them desirable as a base for vegan cheese ...	Pumpkin seed butter is, in my opinion, the best approximation to cashew nut butter in "cheese" sauces, as it seems to be sweeter than other seeds.
Are there vegan Omega 3 pills? I am being treated for ADHD and BiPolar disorder. My doctor advises me to take Omega 3 supplements. For about 15 years I have been following vegetarian diet. I found being so I found myself having higher level of mentality and guilt free. Actually, I don't consume any dairy products or ...	Nordic Naturals Algae Omega is the ideal vegetarian alternative to fish oil.
Is it possible to make vegan crepes? I'm vegetarian and aspiring vegan. My family loves crepes, and I have tried various egg replacements, and they just don't work - when I try to turn the crepe, it disintegrates. Has anyone figured out how to make vegan crepes? Clarification: I'm not talking about pancakes; it's abo...	My fiance uses a fairly simple pancake batter and thins it with additional non-dairy milk to make a thin crepe batter.
Are there any vegan gummy sweets in brick and mortar shops in the UK? I would like to know whether there are some vegan gummy sweets (like Haribo gummy bears and such) available in traditional, brick and mortar shops in the UK. I have searched on the internet but I have either found just online shops offering these, o...	I don't know if the German brand Haribo is available in the UK, they (and probably others) make a kind of vegan gummy.
Is "starter" in yogurt vegetarian? закваска which is an ingredient in Bulgarian yogurt is translated as starter in English. Is this ingredient vegetarian? <Q> Although you mention Google translating закваска as yeast, I believe it means probiotic cultures instead. <S> Now, I do not speak or read Bulgarian <S> ...	Bacteria can be eaten by vegetarians and vegans: they are not animals. The starter cultures are used to convert milk to yogurt during fermentation.
How can I approximate the flavour of butter in savoury dishes? I used to make dishes like risotto, for example, with dairy butter. Is there a vegan way to approximate that rich flavour? It would be awesome if I could do this with simple ingredients rather than a specific product available only in a limited geographic...	Separate answer, since it pertains to a different angle of the question: Dishes that are good with a saturated fat as a finisher for texture/flavor balance reasons (risotto, many indian dishes using the tadka method, etc.) can often be adapted to use coconut oil (both the deodorized and the coconut flavoured ones can m...
How can I deal with meat repulsion? I am regularly placed in situations where others are eating meat. For example, a family dinner or office lunch room. I find meat repulsive and it can be difficult for me to be in these situations. In particular, it makes it difficult for me to eat my own food. How can I deal with me...	So, a good way to solve this problem is to give your mind a new and healthy way to think about meat. Find a means to distract yourself. Write something (a story, a shopping list etc).
Bananas - the pros and cons of living off them I have a lot of bananas at the moment. I am cooking them, eating them in so many ways it is impossible to explain. However, is it possible to live off bananas in my vegetarian diet? Am I getting enough nutrients? What should I add to my banana diet, if anything? <Q> He...	In addition to bananas, consider eating foods that provide iron, calcium, zinc, vitamin A and E and protein, such as a variety of grains, nuts and seeds, dark leafy greens, carrots, mango or sweet potato, beans and lentils.
Does eating in a mixed buffet drive up meat demand, even if I only eat vegetarian dishes? Some restaurants offer all-you-can-eat buffets consisting of both vegetarian/vegan and non-vegetarian dishes (e.g., many Asian-style restaurants, several US chains, hotel breakfasts). It's unclear to me whether buying access to su...	From a sensible capitalist's viewpoint, it should not drive meat demand up as long as you only eat vegetarian stuff, as you noticed yourself.
What's a vegetarian substitute for Parmesan? My recipe for Macaroni Cheese (or Mac and Cheese) requires some parmesan, but parmesan isn't vegetarian as it uses Rennet. Are there any Vegetarian or Vegan "free from" parmesan substitutes in the UK that I can buy in a supermarket? If not, or I can't buy it in a supermar...	There are also other Italian hard cheeses which are very similar to Parmesan but which are suitable for vegetarians such as "Granarolo Quattrocento Italian Cheese": Waitrose (UK supermarket) - though note that this example is also lactose free.
Is Marmite (UK) vegan? Just to clarify, I am from the UK and so I am talking about UK Marmite: As you can see from the pot, they say it's vegetarian, but it's yeast extract, so does that mean it's not vegan? Does yeast count as an animal product? <Q> Yes, Marmite is vegan . <S> Regarding yeast and veganism, the...	Yeast is a type of microfungi and as such is not considered non-vegan or an animal product, just like any other kind of mushroom.
What is the standard way for conveying vegan and vegetarian as separate icons? I am working on a menu website project, one of the requirements is to have an icon for Vegetarian and an icon for Vegan. During my research I couldn't find any sort of definitive answer as to 'XXX is the best way to represent Vegetarian'. Is...	As for a standard way, I am not aware of there being any that is agreed upon by everyone, but from my experience, vegetarian V is usually written as a plain V in green (or with green background) and vegan V is usually written with a leaf sprouting from one or both of the arms of said letter. - there is no universally r...
Is usage of corals vegetarian and/or vegan? I did a quick google on the topic and the only sensible thing was this Yahoo answer. However, I wanted to check here as well. Also, according to Wikipedia corals are animals (marine invertebrates) but according to the Yahoo answer corals are skeletal remains of marine or...	If we define veganism as avoiding the use of products derived from sentient animals, then using coral would be vegan.
Is the prevention of imposition of a diet an internationally recognised human right? This Italian article is describing a law proposition made by an Italian politician who would like to impose to individuals which don't reach the age of 16 years a non-vegan diet, punishing with jail the parents that disobey. It's an ...	Veganism is a protected belief under the European Convention on Human Rights, as mentioned here in The (UK)
Uses for leftover soy pulp after preparing soy milk I have just prepared my first batch of plastic free soy milk according to this recipe . After mushing the soaked and ground beans through a strainer, I have half a cup of solid residue left. I figure this pulp is a very rich protein source and perhaps a nice thickeni...	It's also used as an addition to baked goods such as breads, cookies and muffins, and can serve to create a crumbly texture in these foods. Okara can be used to make tempeh, by fermenting with the fungus Rhizopus oligosporus, using a tempeh starter, or to make presscake tempehs that use ingredients such as brown rice, ...
Tips on staying healthy as a vegan who travels a lot? Traveling with any kind of specific dietary habits can be tough, but vegan/pescetarian travel can be extremely difficult. In the last 5 years, I've been travelling a lot for my job. It can take me anywhere, not just, say, in the continental US. For the past 10 y...	I travel quite a bit and for me using apps like Happy Cow ,which locates veg*n restaurants near you, has been very useful. Maybe you can keep a small supply of whole grain snacks with you, like roasted grams, peanuts.
Any major philosophy or ideology that promotes veganism? In a similar question it was asked which major religions promote or require a vegetarian diet? Here I'm asking for something quite different: not a religion but a philosophy or ideology. I'm thinking about perhaps some form of anarchism or deep ecology.. Addi...	Yes, there are some anarchist movements with deep links with veganism and animal liberation.
Do I need a tofu press to make tofu? I want to try some recipes with tofu, but I don't own a tofu press. Do I need to buy one before I can make tofu? Is there a way to press the tofu without a press? <Q> Yes, you can make your own tofu without a press. <S> Before pressing, tofu has a high water content. <S> For som...	Pressing tofu does not require a tofu press; a press is nothing but an easy way to create firm tofu in a specific shape.

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