Vegetarian Diet

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October, 2021.
 Welcome
A vegetarian diet is the healthiest option - do you agree ?
Table of Contents
01 02
Definition Discussion

03 04
Conclusion Q&A
Where do vegetarian come from ?
Which country has the highest rate of vegetarianism?
 01
What is a
vegetarian ?
 “A vegetarian excludes meat,
poultry, and seafood from their
diet. Some vegetarians also
exclude dairy, some don't, and
some may consume eggs”

—The Vegetarian Society

Religion Environment Animal welfare
What kind of plant-based diet should you choose ?
 Which type of food do your prefer?

Steak Snacks Green Salad

Snacks Green Salad Steak Tofu

 What do you think harms the environment most ?

Carbon Emissions Meat Consumption Fast Fashion

Could you give up
on dairy for good ?

Easy peasy!!!!

No, I need my calcium

If you could only cut one thing out of your diet,
what would it be ?
Have you ever tried
going vegetarian ?
Yes, it was alright.

Yes, but I didn’t like it.

Nope, too much challenging for

me
 Types
of
vegetarians
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ADVANTAGES
● Weight loss

● Lowered risk of
chronic disease

● Long life
expectancy

● Reduced food costs

● Boost your mood

● Make a positive
environmental and
ethical impact
 DISADVANTAGES

● Possible nutrient deficiencies

● Supplement requirement.

● Lack of choice and

convenience

● Not always healthy

How to get the
best nutrition ?
Eat a variety of fruit and vegetables every day
 Base
meals
on starchy
carbohydrates
 Choose
unsaturated
oil
Limit foods high in fat, salt and sugar
 To be sure that your diet includes everything your body
needs, pay special attention to the following nutrients :

Vitamin B-12 Protein Calcium & Vitamin D

growth, repair and healthy skin, bones, strong teeth and
general health muscles and organs. bones

Iron & Zinc Omega-3 Iodine

metabolism, growth
red blood cells Eyes, brain, heart. and function of key
organs
Learn how to read the food labels.

Fill half your plate with

fruits and vegetables.

Exercise, sleep, and other lifestyle

factors also play a major role in
your overall health.
 Conclusio
n

A plant-based eating lifestyle can provide

substantial health benefits, but like any diet, it is
important to choose nutrient-rich foods and eat in
moderation to get the best results.
‘ Your diet is a bank account. Good
food choices are good investment.’
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2021.
https://www.verywellfit.com/vegetarian-diet-pros-and-cons-4770717 References
NHS, 2021, ‘The vegetarian diet’, Eat Well Guide, viewed October 17,2021.
https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/eat-well/the-vegetarian-diet/

Moffit, M, Brown, G 2016, ‘What if the world went vegetarian?’, 25 March, online
video, viewed 18 October 2021
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ANUoAdXfA60&t=111s.....

Vegucation, 2015, ‘The history of vegetarianism’, 2 February, online video, viewed

20 October 2021
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nudr-xbZqgE&t=6s

James, M 2020, ‘Pros and cons of being a vegetarian: different types of veggie diets’,
TofuBud, 16 December, viewed 17 October 2021.
https://tofubud.com/blogs/tips/pro-and-cons-of-being-a-vegetarian

Henderson, L, ‘Plant-based, vegetarian and vegan diets’, Heart Foundation, viewed

18 October 2021.
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ed-vegetarian-vegan-diets
Q&A
time!!!
Thank
You !