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Written by Jenny
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Monday, 21 January 2008 |
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 One of the biggest mistakes people make when becoming vegetarian, is eliminating meat from their meals without changing their normal diet. To maintain a healthy vegetarian lifestyle, you must make sure your diet compensates for vitamins and minerals you would normally receive from meat or animal products.
Vegetarians in particular have to be careful to include the following key nutrients that may be lacking in a their diet: - iron
- calcium
- protein
- vitamin D
- vitamin B12
- zinc
By eating a balanced diet of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, meeting your nutritional needs is not difficult. However if you have concerns that you are not getting enough of these nutrients, you may want to see you doctor or start taking a daily multi vitamin and mineral supplement. This guide to the vegetarian food pyramid will show you all your options for maintaining a nutritious vegetarian diet that will keep you healthy and full of energy!
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