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Vegetarianism 101: Are You Doing It the Right Way?
Not long ago I hosted a dinner party. There was turkey, roasted potatoes, sweet potatoes, steamed broccoli and carrots, and a big salad. But that wasn’t all.
As a good host I always attempt to accommodate all of my dinner guests. My cousin came, and I was told he was vegetarian. I didn’t want him to only eat veggies, potatoes, and salad; I wanted him to enjoy his meal, too, so I decided to make a lentil loaf. Packed with lentils, walnuts, ground flaxseed, oats, vegetables, and an array of spices, it is loaded with nutrients!
During the dinner I asked my cousin why he chose to eat a vegetarian diet. It is a topic I understand quite well. I tried vegetarianism for about two years; however, it did not seem to benefit my health. I lacked energy and lost too much weight.
A blood test also revealed nutrient deficiencies and absorption issues were also concerns—something that’s common for many vegetarians. Which begs the question: is there a right way to be a vegetarian? In a sense, there is, but more on that in a moment…
Read More – http://www.doctorshealthpress.com/food-nutrition/tips-for-healthy-vegetarian-diet
