Vegetarians Flashcards
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What does lacto and ovo refer to?
A
Lacto dairy
Ovo eggs
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Q
What is vegetarianism?
A
Restricting the diet to foods of plant origin
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Q
What is a lacto ovo vegetarian?
A
Eats dairy and eggs
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Q
What is a lacto vegetarian?
A
Eats dairy no eggs
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Q
What is an ovo vegetarian?
A
Eats eggs no dairy
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Q
What is vegan?
A
Abstains from eating or using all animal products. Dairy eggs leather wool silk ect
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Q
Health benefits of vegetarianism?
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Lower intake of fat & total energy Lower blood pressure Reduce the risk of heart disease Reduce the risk of some types of cancer Fewer digestive problems
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Q
Vegetarian diets can be low in what essential nutrients?
A
Protein Vitamin b12 Vitamin d Iron Calcium Zinc
8
Q
What micronutrients would you recommend for bone health?
A
Calcium & vitamin d
9
Q
What micronutrients are needed for healthy blood?
A
Iron - sources eggs legumes nuts
Zinc - sources whole grains
