Vegetarianism
By: Kali Egr
Body Effects
- Vitamin B12 Deficiency
- Iron Deficiency
- Zinc Deficiency
- Calcium and Bone loss
- Low cholesterol levels
- Lower bone mineral density
- Insufficient levels of Omega- 3 fatty acids
Benefits
- lower risk for obesity
- High blood pressure
- Heart disease
- Diabetes
- Lower risk for colorectal, ovarian, and breast cancer
- According to the Mediterranean eating pattern vegetarians have a better chance of living longer than those who eat meat
Red Meat
Vegetarians CAN'T eat red meat this includes: Beef, Lamb, and Pork.
Seafood
Most people assume that seafood is included in a vegetarians diet, but it is NOT.
Poultry
Vegetarians DO NOT eat any type of poultry this includes: chicken, duck, and turkey.
Reasons
- Religious convictions
- Concern about animal welfare
- Concern for their own health
- Can't afford to eat meat
- Concerns for the use of antibiotics and hormone in livestock
- Concern for environment
- Economic and world hunger concerns
- Compassion for animals
- Belief in nonviolence
How many vegetarians?
- According to a Harris Interactive poll commissioned by the Vegetarian Resource Group about 6 to 8 million adults in the U.S. eat no meat, fish, or poultry.
- Several million more have eliminated red meat but still eat chicken or fish.
- 5% of the U.S. does not eat meat.
Varieties
- Vegans ( Total vegetarians)
- Lacto- ovo Vegetarians ( No fish, meat, poultry)
- Lacto Vegetarians ( consumes dairy, but no meat)
- Partial vegetarians ( no meat, eats some fish and poultry)
Foods they CAN eat
- Tofu
- Lentils
- Beans
- Nuts
- Grains
- Leafy Greens
- Seaweed
- Dried fruits
- Soups
- Fruits
- Other vegetables
- Breads
- Herbs
- Veggie burgers