Vegetarian Diets Flashcards
1
Q
Lacto vegetarian
A
Doesn’t eat meat or fish but eats meat products eg milk
2
Q
Lacto ova
A
Eat animal products and eggs
3
Q
Vegans
A
Only eats plant based foods
4
Q
Reasons to become vegetarian
A
Morally wrong
Healthier
Environmentally wasteful
Religious reasons
5
Q
Advantages
A
High in fiber
Low sat fat
Cheaper than meat
6
Q
Disadvantages
A
Lack of iron
Lack of Vit B
7
Q
Guidelines for vegetarian diets
A
Use veg stock only Use soya milk Use unprocessed cereals for extra vits Read food labels carefully Use veg protein foods eg pulses
