That would mean no eggs and milk and cheese right? Where do you get your protein then?
I get protein from ALL the whole plant foods I eat. Protein intake needs to be considered both in terms of quantity and quality. How much protein we need is determined by weight as well as activity level. I know exactly how many grams I need per day. However, I had no clue before I became vegan and actually took charge of my nutrition. There are nine amino acids identified as "essential" and it is not possible to get all of these from just one plant source. My dietary protein comes from vegetables, legumes, tofu, tempeh, seitan, veggie "meats", nuts, seeds, soymilk, grain milks, grains & fruits.

This site depicts the "Actual Food Pyramid" : http://www.vegsource.com/articles/milk_pyramid.htm

Meat-eaters often eat twice as much protein as recommended by the RDA. Diets too high in protein provide excess amounts of the sulfur-containing amino acids methionine and cysteine. These amino acids, most concentrated in animal foods, increase loss of calcium! Animal protein raises blood cholesterol level, while plant protein lowers it. Animal protein also comes along with saturated fat and cholesterol-- both well linked to chronic diseases, especially heart disease.

For me, veganism forced me to become much more aware of what I put into my body. While I was skeptical about getting all the nutrients I need on a vegan diet, I have found that I can very easily obtain them. If anyone wants to know more or has any questions please feel free to PM me!

Jen, I have yet to congratulate you on taking control of your health and making significant changes! CONGRATULATIONS! I wish you continued good health!