There are no good reasons to not become a vegan, but there are a few disadvantages in the practicality of strict veganism.
No commitment
Lack of commitment can be a problem with many people. This is
especially a problem when making the switch to veganism. You will
have to keep reminding yourself what you eat and don't eat. It may
also help to not give up all non-vegan foods instantly. For
example, become a vegetarian first, and then start removing dairy
and egg products from your diet. An instant attempt to make a
complete change, although a good idea if possible, can be hard and
often causes people to give up completely and go back to their
previous diet, deciding that they can't handle veganism. Remember,
don't give up on veganism. Keep your commitment and it will be well
worth the change.
Cost factor
The cost factor is important to consider. For a while, veganism
will end up costing more. However, many people don't realize that
in the long run you can save money on expensive medical bills and
health problems by choosing veganism. Medical bills are expensive -
and going up all the time. As explained more in Why vegan, becoming a vegan can
great reduce or even eliminate those unnecessary costs. Of course,
you might also be wondering "How much more do vegan foods costs?"
The answer varies greatly, depending where you buy food and what
you buy. For example, bread in a typical natural foods department
or store can cost up to $5.00 or more (US dollars) if made in the
store's bakery or another local bakery, but vegan bread for under
$3.00 is also available and tastes great.
Right foods not
available
Finding the right foods can be one of the greatest challenges of
becoming a vegan. It can be much harder, though definitely not
impossible, to eat out. Most restaurants and fast-food places will
honor a request for vegan food. However, be sure they know what
vegan food is - clearly state that you want no meat, dairy, or eggs
products in your food. Parties or other social activities often
provide non-vegan food. Generally, you'll be able to eat something
though, and you may want to even bring your own food, if possible.
Grocery stores that have a good health-food selection are rare,
although gradually becoming more common. Check Where do you shop for food? to
learn how to find a local natural foods store. With all these
problems, many people have given up veganism. However there are
solutions and minor impracticalities shouldn't turn you away from
the many more advantages of veganism.