Are Vegetarian Diets Healthful?
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The American Heart Association answers the question “Are vegetarian diets healthful?” Take a look at what they say:
Most vegetarian diets are low in or devoid of animal products. They’re also usually lower than nonvegetarian diets in total fat, saturated fat and cholesterol. Many studies have shown that vegetarians seem to have a lower risk of obesity, coronary heart disease (which causes heart attack), high blood pressure, diabetes mellitus and some forms of cancer.
Vegetarian diets can be healthful and nutritionally sound if they’re carefully planned to include essential nutrients. However, a vegetarian diet can be unhealthy if it contains too many calories and/or saturated fat and not enough important nutrients.
The American Hearth Association then offers some suggestions for how to meet your nutritional needs as a vegetarian or vegan. Click here to learn more >>
There are also many recipes available on the net for an individual who wants a vegan diet.