Different Types of Vegeterians
Lacto, Ovo, Vegan, Vegeterian
Meanings...
Lacto- Vegetarian diet that includes diary products such as milk, cheese, yougurt, butter, cream, etc. but excludes eggs.
Ovo- Type of vegetarianism which allows for the consumption of eggs unlike lacto vegetarians, no dairy products are permitted.
Vegan- The practice of abstaining from the use of animal products, as well as following an philosophy that rejects status of sentient animals.
Vegetarian- The practice of abstaining from the consumption of meat, poultry, seafood, and the flesh of any other animal.
Six Essential Nutrients Every Vegetarian Needs...
Protein-Beans, legumes, lentils and peas
Iron-Green leafy vegetables: kale, collards, cabbage, spinach, and broccoli
Zinc-Whole grains and whole grain flours
Calcium-Dark greens: broccoli, kale and Chinese cabbage
Vitamin B12-B Complex supplement that includes the RDA for B12 of 1.5 microgram
Essential Fatty Acids-Extra Virgin Olive oil, Raw butter and clarified butter