Non-Vegetarian Vs A Vegetarian Diet
N
owadays, we hear a lot of people moving
towards vegetarianism - from celebrities to
models and to a lot of health enthusiasts. For
years there has been an on-going debate on whether
or not a vegetarian diet is healthy and aids weight
loss. A Vegetarian diet can be divided into three parts
that is - total vegetarian, lacto vegetarian and lacto-ovo
vegetarian. A pure vegetarian diet includes fruits, nuts,
vegetables, fruits, grains, and legumes. The lacto
vegetarian diet contains dairy products like milk,
butter, cheese etc., and plant food. According to the
Delhi based nutritionist, Pooja Malhotra, ''the lacto-
vegetarian diets […] certainly help in losing weight
without compromising on nutrients. These are
recommended for both adults and kids. '' On the other
hand, lacto-ovo vegetarian food includes eggs and
dairy products like milk, butter, cheese and so on.
Such diet protects us from various diseases like
diabetes, heart diseases, controls blood pressure, and
prevents us from cancer and lower cholesterol levels.
A non-vegetarian diet includes chicken, meat, eggs
and fish. A non-vegetarian diet also has several health
benefits because this type of food is rich in protein and
vitamin B; it strengthens our muscles and helps them
grow faster. It also helps to maintain body stamina and
hemoglobin.
She concluded by saying that '' Many people
nowadays are adopting the flexitarian approach
(which) is primarily a vegetarian diet with the
occasional intake of meat. It's a realistic way to cut
down meat intake and improve health. The choice of
meat and the cooking method both are important.''
To eat meat or
not, that is the
question.
1- How many parts can a Vegetarian diet be
divided into? Describe each of them.
2- Can you give other examples of dairy
products?
3- Which fruits do you eat? What about
vegetables?
4- According to Malhotra, which diet is
recommended for losing weight? Which one is
recommended for both adults and kids? Which
one protects us from heart diseases?
5- What are the benefits of a non-vegetarian
diet?
6- What does a flexitarian approach consist on?
7- Do you know any vegetarians? Do you know
any famous vegetarians?
8- Have you ever considered becoming a
vegetarian?
9- Do you think restaurants should offer one or two
vegetarian dishes on their menu?
10- Could you try vegetarianism for a month?
What about a week?
11- What is the most logical reason for becoming
a vegetarian?
12- What would be more difficult to eat, a strange
new vegetable, or an exotic piece of meat?
Why?
13- What would you prepare for a vegetarian
coming for dinner at your home? (appetizer, main
dish, dessert and beverage)
14- What is a better reason for becoming a
vegetarian; health reasons or animal rights?
15 - Do you know any country where the intake of
meat is forbidden?