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What Kind of Vegetarian are You?
In this short history of vegetarianism, we will quickly explore the types of vegetarians and reasons for becoming a vegetarian.
First, there are several types of vegetarians including:
• Semi-vegetarian: They do not eat red animal flesh, but choose to eat chicken and fish or they primarily eat a vegetarian diet, but occasionally eat animal products.
• Lacto vegetarian: No meat or eggs, but milk is acceptable.
• Lacto-ovo vegetarian: No meat, but eggs and milk are acceptable. Most vegetarians are lacto-ovo.
• Ovo vegetarian: No meat or milk, but eggs are acceptable.
• Vegans: No meat, eggs or milk products.
Historically, there have been many reasons for becoming a vegetarian including:
Ethics: Many people believe the practice of killing an animal for consumption violates ethical standards, particularly given the modern-day treatment of animals on mega-farms.
Religious and cultural beliefs: Several religious and cultural denominations have strict dietary guidelines which reflect the vegetarian theme.
Health benefits: With heart disease, cancer and stroke topping the list of killer diseases in the nation, many people are turning to a vegetarian diet for health reasons. What type of vegetarian are you and why? By taking time to reflect on your position related to vegetarianism, you will not only reap the health and moral benefits associated with a vegetarian diet, but also the internal fortitude of understanding the complete impact it has on each person and their surroundings.
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Being a Vegetarian is Convenient
There are a lot of people who are hesitant to go down the vegetarian road because they feel it will be inconvenient. In today's fast-paced world, it is essential that things are available quickly and with little hassle. The truth is that we all have busy lives and probably don't have time to prepare elaborate recipes on a daily basis. We are a nation consumed by fast food and prepackaged meals.
If vegetarian meals were hard to come by in everyday establishments or not readily available in supermarkets, it will be impossible for some people to eat. What most people don't realize is that easy vegetarian meals are indeed readily available. The owners and marketing staff members of large supermarkets and big restaurants would have to be fools not to acknowledge the rise in vegetarianism today. People are more health conscious and are opting to live healthier lifestyles. Here are just a few of the convenient vegetarian options that are at the consumer's fingertips:
Burger King and Subway both make veggie burgers.
Almost every fast food restaurant offers a meatless salad.
Disney World boasts of several vegetarian options in their food establishments.
Many arlines are happy to provide passengers with vegetarian meals (you need only ask).
Companies like Boca and Morningstar create delicious frozen veggie products ranging from breakfast sausages and bacon to veggie burgers and “chikin patties.”
Companies like Fantastic Foods create many delicious prepackaged vegetarian meals and easy-to-prepare mixes (available on grocery shelves and for delivery to your doorstep).
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How to Feast on a Yeast Free Diet
Yeast Free doesn’t have to mean boring! For those who adhere to a yeast free diet, finding a constant supply of yeast free food can begin to feel like a challenge. Here are some quick easy steps to help you feast without yeast.
Create a yeast free food list. Include raw, prepackaged and original ingredient recipes.
Find your favorite vendors. For example, Fantastic Foods has a pre-packaged vegetarian product line that also includes yeast free foods such as Basmati Rice, Organic Couscous, Instant Black Beans and more!
Plan ahead. Yeast free diets can be healthy and tasty if you take the time to plan ahead before shopping. By “adopting” standard yeast free bread, pre-packaged food and other options, you will have plenty of time and money to shop for those seasonal variations listed on your yeast free food list.
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Five Fast Vegetarian Meals
Running short on time and tempted to stop at a drive through or fast food restaurant? Forget it! Instead, stock up on Fantastic Foods easy pre-packaged vegetarian meals that take only minutes to prepare.
Nature burger or Veggie Burgers. A convenient burger replacement the entire family will love but without the fat, calories and cholesterol associated with fast food burgers.
Fantastic Foods Sloppy Joe Mix. This fast family favorite is so easy to make you will wonder what took you so long to discover it! It’s a delicious meat free alternative.
Vegetarian Taco’s. With Fantastic Foods Taco filing, you can prepare a vegetarian meal in minutes. Add the organic rice and instant refried beans for an authentic Mexican meal replacement.
Tofu Scrambler. Tofu Scrambler with your favorite diced vegetables, peppers, tomatoes and optional cheese makes this dish a complete meal for any time of the day or night.
Vegetarian Chili. Not just for those cold nights, vegetarian chili is great with meat free franks or even combined with the Tofu Scrambler! As a compliment or meal on its own, Vegetarian Chili is an all natural vegetarian entrée everyone will enjoy.
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BBQ Veggie Burgers
Summer means grilling and BBQ and vegetarian meat free alternatives are delicious grilled or BBQ’d as well! Here is what you need to know to make scrumptious grilled veggie burgers, veggie dogs or other meat free alternatives for yourself, your family and friends!
Clean the grill! This is a courtesy for your meat free friends but keep in mind, many people do not want to place their meat-free dish on a contaminated space. It will also reduce sticking.
Remember that veggie burgers and veggie dogs have less fat than regular meat. Less fat often means more ‘sticky’ so plan accordingly. Coat the grill and the burger with a thin layer of olive oil. You can also spray the grill with non-stick cooking spray if you use that type of product.
Prepare and grill! You can also experiment with grilled tofu burgers, grilled falafel and of course, a variety of delicious grilled vegetables and kabobs!
