Vegetarianism

[All Else Failed]

Which is why Grace pointed out that moderation is the key. Too much soy can be bad as well.

Everything in excess is bad, but thats a given.


I also have ethical issues with meat.

 

[FreeWorkVest]

I have recently discovered Quinoa, a South American grain that provides all the essential amino acids. Look for it

 

[gillibean]

I have recently discovered Quinoa, a South American grain that provides all the essential amino acids. Look for it

Quinoa is delicious! Never ever try to rinse it using anything less than a metal strainer!

 

[FreeWorkVest]

Word to your mother on that. Soak it for 30 minutes, then rinse twice and cook it like rice

 

[Sneakiecat]

I also have ethical issues with meat.

Are you going to be one of those crazy vegetarians who throw red paint on people and harass them for eating meat? My sister is one for ethical reasons but as long as we don't give her a hard time, she leaves us alone.

 

[All Else Failed]

Are you going to be one of those crazy vegetarians who throw red paint on people and harass them for eating meat? My sister is one for ethical reasons but as long as we don't give her a hard time, she leaves us alone.

Oh geez, no I am not. I just personally think that vast amounts of resources are used to supply soemthing that is totally unneeded and avoidable.

 

[Obdurate]

I homemade many meat alternatives.

Tofoturkey is good and so are Boca burgers.

Well what are you waiting for? Come make me and Katy some vegan food!

 

[Dana]

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[All Else Failed]

You are generalizing too much there--certainly many people do have an unhealthy diet, but it is due to too much meat and/or the wrong kinds of meat. A diet of lean meats, grains, fruits, and vegetables is much easier to make healthy than a vegetarian diet. The problem with a vegetarian diet is the lack of useable protein (unless you are consuming a significant amount of eggs, milk, cheese and other diary products). Vegans have a helluva time getting enough useable proteins--you have to be very strict with your diet.

As people already pointed out, moderation is best--human beings are intended to be omnivores--with a healthy dose of fruits, grains, and vegetables. You certainly can get a healthy diet as a vegetarian, just takes more discipline and more time, which most people just don't have.

A handful of a certain legume has more protein in it than a large steak, actually. vegetarians also eat dairy products, so there is absolutely no problem getting protein at all. People have been vegetarians for thousands of years, they must be doing sometimes right. Plus, your body absorbs protein from vegetables better and more efficiently than it does with meat.

 

[Dana]

obeisity isn't due to over consumption of meat more as the chemicals that go into commercially processed meat and just sheer laziness. I'm overweight and I can tell you I could be alot more active. Homosapiens as a whole have been consuming meat since they showd up on planet Earth.

I don't care if you think it's right or wrong or we could do with out it. But I need a balance of meat and vegetables are natural and always have been. I eat alot of meat and I don't have diabetes, and i doubt ill get cancer and My cholesterol is below what it is supposed to be and i know this because i just had it tested.

I have vegetarians and vegans.

 

[All Else Failed]

obeisity isn't due to over consumption of meat more as the chemicals that go into commercially processed meat and just sheer laziness. I'm overweight and I can tell you I could be alot more active. Homosapiens as a whole have been consuming meat since they showd up on planet Earth.

I don't care if you think it's right or wrong or we could do with out it. But I need a balance of meat and vegetables are natural and always have been. I eat alot of meat and I don't have diabetes, and i doubt ill get cancer and My cholesterol is below what it is supposed to be and i know this because i just had it tested.

I have vegetarians and vegans.

Fatty meats = more cholesterol = fat


Meat isn't necessary to live healthily. There doesn't need to be a "balance of meat and vegetables", thats a myth. In fact research shows that vegetarians are overall healthier than meat eaters.

 

[Dana]

I said MY cholesterol. Not everyone that eats red meat has high cholesterol.

 

[All Else Failed]

Then don't post.

 

[Dana]

Well you say one thing yet you look as though you are trying to force your point on people. It's a losing battle. It's cool that you want to go vegetarian if thats YOUR thing. But posting random facts isn't going to convert a lot of people.

 

[All Else Failed]

Well you say one thing yet you look as though you are trying to force your point on people. It's a losing battle. It's cool that you want to go vegetarian if thats YOUR thing. But posting random facts isn't going to convert a lot of people.

wait what

how am I forcing vegetarianism on anyone?


Random facts? tell that to Oxford university when they did one of the most comprehensive dietary studies EVER on this subject and came out with the answer that I have already said. You also might want to check out the major studies the British Medical Association, The world health organization, the Physicians committee for responsible medicine, and the American Dietetic Association have to say about it to.

 

[Dana]

i stick with my original opinion.... theres nothing wrong with eating meat.

 

[Godsloveapples]

I'm thinking of being a vegetarian, after a long personal debate. Any vegetarians on here?

I'm a vegetarian. I used to eat meat, not until I read about Albert Fish and saw a frog get beheaded in an Asian store. So, I don't eat meat anymore because I'm disgusted and because I feel bad for all those animals being raised for human consumption. Anyways, it's really healthy becoming a vegetarian. Even though meat has a lot of protiens, it has a lot of saturated fat too. So you'll be cutting off a lot of fat. Also, you'll be gaining more nutrition from the greens you're going to consume. I also suggest you start taking multi-vitamins. Don't cut out cheese and eggs because you get a lot of protients from there. I hope you choose to do it in a healthy manner because there are still many unhealthy foods out there that are vegetarian friendly.

Guides:
Two Ways to Become Vegetarian: The Path to Vegetarianism or Veganism - How to Get Started
Becoming vegan: the complete guide ... - Google Book Search
How to Become a Vegetarian, the Easy Way | Zen Habits

Recipes:
Vegetarian Recipes - Everyday Cooking - All Recipes
Easy Vegetarian Recipes - Easy Recipe Index - The Veggie Table - Vegetarian Recipes and Info

Good Luck!

 

[IntruderLS1]

I also have ethical issues with meat.

IMO, if you have ethical issues with eating meat, then you should absolutely take some time off from it until you find out for sure.

Health, taste, convenience, sleeping pills, etc... will never be able to replace a clear conscience when it comes to getting quality sleep. :nod:

 

[Sneakiecat]

vegetarians also eat dairy products

Only certain types. My sister and her boyfriend are lacto-ovo vegetarians so they do get all the protein they need. I know some vegans who have a hard time with the protein.


On a side note, I would have a hard time becoming a vegetarian. Soy interfers with my thyroid medicine, which I'm dependent on for life.

 

[GraceAbounds]

You are generalizing too much there--certainly many people do have an unhealthy diet, but it is due to too much meat and/or the wrong kinds of meat. A diet of lean meats, grains, fruits, and vegetables is much easier to make healthy than a vegetarian diet. The problem with a vegetarian diet is the lack of useable protein (unless you are consuming a significant amount of eggs, milk, cheese and other diary products). Vegans have a helluva time getting enough useable proteins--you have to be very strict with your diet.

As people already pointed out, moderation is best--human beings are intended to be omnivores--with a healthy dose of fruits, grains, and vegetables. You certainly can get a healthy diet as a vegetarian, just takes more discipline and more time, which most people just don't have.

Very balanced and educated post. Key word used here is 'usable proteins'

Fatty meats = more cholesterol = fat

Humans need cholesterol and fat in their diets.






I don't understand why this thread is turning into an argument or why AEF seems to be getting such a defensive attitude.

I don't think anyone is saying being a vegetarian is wrong. People are just answering the OP question and giving their experiences on the issue and what they have found though that experience and/or education.

Take what you like and leave the rest.