Being a vegetarian has become very popular in recent times, advocated as the best way of remaining healthy. A vegetarian diet consists of a mix of vegetables, fruits and whole grains. However, even if this looks like a healthier option, a complete vegetarian diet may not fulfill all the nutritional requirements of the body. Some advantage and disadvantage of being a vegetarian are mentioned below. A vegetarian diet is also low in saturated fats and cholesterol, thus minimizing weight gain and related disorders. Apart from this, a diet high in fiber also helps in keeping the digestive system healthy.

Most food groups in a vegetarian diet provide all the nutrients essential for the growth and development of the body. However, vegetarian diet is generally low in calcium, zinc, iron, vitamin B12 and proteins, which is found in abundance in animal meat and milk products. Vegetarian pet food, unlike most food intended for our pets, contains absolutely no meat or meat byproducts. Many pet owners are leery about feeding their dogs a strictly vegetarian diet. After all, dogs are generally perceived as being carnivores.

A surprising number of dogs have allergies to animal products, and many are considered to be "meat sensitive". Moreover, countless others have digestive problems related to eating too much protein, making them prime candidates for a vegetarian diet. Beyond the issue of vitamin or mineral deficiencies, a commercial vegetarian dog food may cost quite a bit more than the usual array of brands containing meats.

Vegetarianism may be defined as the belief and the practice of eating vegetable foods (fruits, nuts, legumes, vegetables and whole grains) and refraining from any food made with animal products. Vegetarianism focuses on a diet that focuses on dry beans and lentils as rich sources of protein. There are some disadvantages of vegetarianism. A study conducted on a 33 vegan patient brings to light the disadvantages of vegetarianism. The patient had been a vegan since he was 20. He had no history of alcohol or drugs. However, due to some nutritional deficiencies the patient had suffered from severe neuropathy of his eyes.

Vegetarianism and weight loss are intimately related. A vegetarian diet helps weight loss and also ensures that the pounds do not come back. Since vegan foods are generally low fat, calorie counting is not necessary and yet weight loss becomes possible with vegetarianism. As was discussed in Part 1 the first step in becoming a vegetarian is to compile all the data available on the advantages and disadvantages of the subject and then make a decision based on your findings.

When you have decided to make a healthy change in your life however, there is a danger that you might be inclined to embrace any perceived good news concerning your former bad habits. The truth is that Vitamin B12 is essential for the process of cell division and the formation of blood. Although Vitamin B12 is found in animal food products it is not actually synthesized by plants or animals.

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