Posts Tagged ‘vegetarian diets’

Vegetarian Diet Study: Low-Carbohydrate, High-Protein Diet May Be Better for Heart

Among vegetarian diets, a high-protein, low-carbohydrate plan may improve cholesterol levels more than a high-carbohydrate diet.

Vegetarian diets can increase the risk of developing an eating disorder

If you have teenagers in your family, chances are at least one, if not more, will be vegetarian. For many teens, as for adults, this can be a very healthy way of eating but it must be done with some knowledge and careful planning.

Is A Vegetarian Diet Healthy?

Is a vegetarian diet healthy? Vegetarian diets can be just as variable as omnivore diets. When speaking with patients who want to follow a vegetarian diet, take time to discuss the foods to eat to help ensure nutritional adequacy. This discussion can start with a list of some of the common forms of vegetarianism.

Vegetarian Diets For Kids

If you are a vegetarian parent you have probably considered putting your child on a vegetarian diet. Not only would it save you time and make meal planning easier, but for dietary reasons or ethical reasons you may believe it is the best choice for your child.

Different Vegetarian Diets and Reasons For Becoming Vegatarian

Being a vegan is definitely more of a lifestyle choice and a philosophy than a diet. A vegan does not eat anything that is of animal origin. Vegans will not use animal based products for clothing, or any other purpose. A person can become a vegan because of ethical reasons involving animal rights, for environmental [...]