Vegetarianism is not just a diet to help you lose weight or improve your health. Those who consciously become vegetarians become vegetarians for life. What are the reasons for switching to vegetarianism? The main reason is that vegetarians do not want to participate in the killing of animals, so they refuse to eat meat. Also, people become vegetarians if they are concerned about their health or the environment. Some people do not eat animal products for religious reasons or because of allergies. It is not difficult to switch to vegetarian food from the conventional one. But do not immediately stop eating all animal products, do it gradually so as not to harm the body.
There are several types of vegetarianism. Lacto-ovo vegetarians eliminate meat and fish from their diet, but consume dairy products and eggs. Lacto-vegetarians also refuse eggs. Vegans do not eat any animal products, and they also refuse everything related to the exploitation of animals. Vegans do not wear fur and leather, do not visit circuses and zoos, do not use cosmetics that are tested on animals.
If you decide to become a vegetarian, you shouldn't change your eating habits drastically. For starters, give up red meat - beef, pork, lamb. After a while, you can stop eating chicken and fish.
It may seem that vegetarian food is boring and varied, but it is not. There are tons of delicious vegetarian and vegan options out there. For those who want to feel the meaty taste, there are all kinds of meat substitutes; vegetarian sausage, for example, is indistinguishable from real.
In Russian cuisine, there are a lot of recipes without meat and fish, because about 200 days a year in Russia, fasting was observed, and the food was modest and tasty. But it is not necessary to eat lean dishes, many cuisines of the world are rich in vegetarian dishes! With vegetarian food, you can discover many new flavors, bright and unusual.
What do vegetarians and vegans eat? No, they don't feed on the same grass. Fruits and vegetables are the foundation of a healthy vegetarian diet. Also, don't forget about cereals and other grains. Legumes are a very satisfying protein food. The most popular among vegetarians are mung bean, chickpeas, lentils, beans. They make all possible soups, add them to main courses and even fry cutlets from them. Some vegetarians eat mushrooms, although they are not plants. Many dishes can be prepared from dairy products. Vegetarians also include dried fruits, berries, nuts, seeds and sprouts in their diet.
It is very important to make your vegetarian diet varied, and not to eat only pasta and other useless food. Find like-minded people, most vegetarians will be happy to support and advise, because they once started too.
