Do I Have to Be a Vegan?

About This Class

In this short Q&A lecture, Bryan Kest tackles one of the most frequently asked questions among new yoga students: do you have to be vegan (or follow any specific diet) to practice yoga? Bryan firmly dispels this myth, explaining that yoga has no dietary requirements whatsoever. He unpacks the common misinterpretation that links the yogic principle of Ahimsa (non-violence) with veganism, arguing that eating meat does not inherently constitute violence. Instead, he encourages practitioners to eat with awareness and mindfulness — understanding what goes into their bodies and accepting the consequences of those choices. This lecture is ideal for curious beginners or anyone who has felt intimidated by perceived lifestyle rules around yoga.