A vegetarian or semi-vegetarian diet is healthier for your body. This is based on a number of facts, including that vegetarians generally are not obese or overweight. Some more info:
http://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/bhcv ... ian_eatingThat said, it's easier to become vegetarian now more than ever with all the soy products available, but it's also important to consider your blood type (think of the book,
Eating Right for Your Type). It's really, really important to make sure you are getting your nutrients. If you'd like to try it, Silver, try to first cut back on certain meats. Go without eating red meat and pork for a while and see if you like it. Eat fish and fowl only and if that works out, reduce even that. I think it's hard on the body to just go vegan or vegetarian cold turkey (no pun intended).
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Going vegetarian (even semi or lacto-ovo) is the best way to truly "go green". It's better for the planet, it's better for you (depending), and it's better for the beasts. There's lots of reading on the subject, but what really got me going was reading John Robbin's book,
Diet for a New America. Really, after reading it, you'll think twice about eating meat from factory farms.
There's nothing wrong with eating meat, but if you're going to do it, at least go organic.
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Hope that helps...
luke wrote:
another favorite of mine is the morning star chicken strips, also available almost everywhere. these strips are so great in salad, sandwiches, curry, and anything else you can think of. i used to mix these with mayo and a little bit of lemon juice for an awesome chicken salad sandwich.
Totally. I love Morning Star products. They make a great spaghetti, too.
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