Vegetarianism PowerPoint

Vegetarianism
What is a
vegetarian?
According to
dictionary.com....
A person who does not eat
or does not believe in
eating meat, fish, fowl, and
sometimes any product
derived from animals, and
subsists on vegetables,
fruits, grains, nuts
Types of Vegetarians
"Flexitarian"- follows a mainly vegetarian diet
Pescaterian- does not eat meat or fowl - does eat fish/seafood and dairy
Lacto-ovo- vegetarian- does not eat meat, fowl,
or fish -does eat dairy and eggs
Vegan- does not eat meat, fowl, fish, dairy, eggs,
or any animal derives product (ex: honey)
Reasons for becoming a
Vegetarian
Religion- many religions
(Buddhism, Hinduism,
Jainism) require or promote a
vegetarian lifestyle
Family lifestyle/health- many
people/families lead a
vegetarian lifestyle for health
reasons (disease, weight,
allergies, etc.)
Reasons for becoming
a vegetarian
Animal rights According to 2006 Food and
Agriculture Organization report,
industrialized agriculture contributes
on a “massive scale” to climate change,
air pollution, land degradation, energy
use, deforestation, and biodiversity
decline .
7 Main Health Benefits
1. Heart Health-reduces the risk of a heart
attack by 25%
2. Lower blood pressure
3.Control diabetes-
4.Prevent cancer- vegetarians have 20% less
chance of developing cancer
7 Health Benefits
continued....
5. Reduce toxins
6. Healthier digestive system
7.Easier digestion
Dangers of Eating
Disorders
It is common for teens to use vegetarianism to
cover up an eating disorder 28% of teen vegetarianism binge eat 5% of meat-eaters binge eat
Parents should be vigilant
Health consciousness
Vegetarians should be extra aware of their
nutrition
Suggested to take vitamins containing Iron,
vitamin C, and B12
Soy and tofu products
So wouldn't a
vegetarian miss foods
like these...?