HEALTHIER EVERYDAY

 Vegetarian Diet A vegetarian diet consist of only foods of plant origin, and no meat, fish, eggs or other animal products are allowed. Types of Vegetarians 1. Ovolactovegetarians This diet consists of plant foods, along with eggs, milk and milk products. 2. Lactovegetarians   This diet is of plant origin, supplemented with milk and milk products. 3. Pure vegetarians or vegans Eat only plants food and plant derived products. 4. Fruitarians These vegetarians consume raw or dried fruits, nuts, honey and olive oil. They may supplement their diet with grains and legumes. Healthful Vegetarian Diets This requires care in planning and knowledge of the strength and weakness of the various foods. For this purpose, the following steps should be taken: 1. Reduce substantially all high-calories, low-nutrient density food like soft drink. Such foodstuffs have empty calories. Instead use unrefined food as far as practical, which on a caloric basis supply their share of nutrients. 2. Replace...