Hi, I’m Lynne—the person behind Vegan Shopper Lady!

I’ve been reading product labels and navigating plant-based living for over 46 years. After spending my childhood eating animal meat, I made the decision to become vegetarian and eventually transitioned to a fully vegan diet. Back when I first started, I was living in a rural area and didn’t even meet another vegetarian for years. Most people in my area back then didn’t know what vegetarian was, much less vegan. Because of that, I didn’t have much support and had to figure things out on my own from day one.

First and foremost, my journey is—and always has been—all about the animals. While there are certainly health and environmental benefits to eating this way, my primary passion and motivation stem from a deep love for animal welfare. Over the years, I’ve volunteered with animal rescues and opened my heart and home to many different animal companions.

Living through over four decades of changing food trends, label reading, and hunting down plant-based products taught me how to navigate the practical side of this lifestyle. That’s why I initially created local Facebook vegan shopping groups—helping people in my area find vegan products, great deals, and local resources. Over time, folks naturally started calling me the “Vegan Shopper Lady,” and that’s how I earned the name! Creating this website was the natural next step, giving me a dedicated space to share all the knowledge I’ve gained about animals and veganism over the years.

I love acting as a sort of clearinghouse for practical vegan information—whether it’s decoding tricky labels, figuring out how to save money on groceries, discovering new plant-based items across the entire price spectrum (from super budget-friendly finds to special splurges), or tracking down vegan restaurant options, vegan-friendly books, and services.

Thanks for stopping by to get to know me!