Vegetarianism

Question 1

What is a vegetarian?

Answer 1

Someone who does not eat meat or fish.

Question 2

What are the two main types of vegetarians?

Answer 2

Lactovegetarians and Vegans.

Question 3

What are the 4 main reasons for becoming a vegetarian?

Answer 3

1. They think it is morally wrong to kill animals.
2. They think it is healthier not to eat meat.
3. It is cheaper to produce plant food.
4. Some religions forbid the eating of meat.

Question 4

What are the advantages of vegetarianism?

Question 5

What are the disadvantages of vegetarianism?

Answer 5

As meT is the main dietary source of iron and vitamin B12, vegetarians may lack these nutrients.

Question 6

What are the guidelines for vegetarian diets?

Answer 6

1. A good knowledge of nutrition.
2. Include vegetable protein foods.
3. Use unprocessed cereals and grains for extra vitamins and fibres.
4. Use only vegetable fats or oil. Many margarines contain animal fats.
5. Use soya milk as a substitute for milk.
6. Check health food shops for new vegetarian products.
7. Read labels carefully to make sure the product contains no animal products.