Episode Summary:

If you’ve ever struggled to go vegan—or felt overwhelmed by cravings, confusion, or lack of support—this is the episode for you.

This week on Vedge Your Best, I’m joined by  Cheryl Martinez, founder of VeginnerCooking.com, where she supports vegan beginners through recipes, resources, and her signature 30-Day Vegan Challenge.

Cheryl shares her journey from growing up in a meat-loving Latino family to becoming a passionate plant-based coach. We talk about:

• How to start (or re-start) your vegan journey without shame or overwhelm
• Why giving yourself compassion can be the key to consistency
• How to navigate cravings (yes, especially for cheese!)
• Tips for dining out, social situations, and staying motivated
• All the tools and community resources available at Veginner Cooking

Whether you’re vegan-curious, vegan-ish, or have been plant-based for years but still struggle with certain habits—Cheryl’s wisdom will leave you feeling seen, supported, and ready to take the next step.

 What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• Why Cheryl says going vegan was the easiest hard thing she’s ever done
• How bloating, acne, and energy shifts revealed the truth about dairy
• The mindset reframe that changed everything: you're not giving things up—you’re upgrading
• How to make veganism stick without perfectionism
• What’s inside Cheryl’s free 30-Day Challenge—and how to join today

 Links & Resources:

• Join the Free 30-Day Vegan Challenge: VeginnerCooking.com
• Follow Cheryl on social media: @VeginnerCooking
• Use promo code VEDGE for a free downloadable cheat sheet from the Veginner Shop
• Explore Cheryl’s tools, recipes, and her AI companion PlantPal on her Resources Page

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