Vegetarianism
as defined by The World Book Dictionary (1989) is "the practice or principle of eating only vegetable foods and refraining from eating meat, fish, or other animal products". This definition, though accurate, seems somewhat limited, as being a vegetarian is so much more: it is a lifestyle choice, a way of thinking, and a way of behaving. Over 12 million Americans and countless others, from all over the world, have turned to the vegetarian diet (Vegetarian Times, 1996). People who have become vegetarians have made a conscious choice to be this and, having studied this practice, no one should entertain becoming a vegetarian lightly. Even though there are many benefits to becoming a ...
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Even groups like athletes can thrive on a vegetarian diet if they are well educated to the bodies' dietary needs and are well aware of the limit-less choices available on a vegetarian diet. What follows in this essay, is first: a brief, yet insightful look at the vegetarian diet (the nutritional aspect) and then: an analysis of how this diet may, in fact, be a good choice for an athlete.
The first thing people need to realize is that there is more than just one type of vegetarian diet. In fact, there are three basic vegetarian diets to choose from. The first is the lacto-ovo diet. This diet includes the use of eggs and dairy products. The second one is the lacto diet, which also includes the use of dairy products but, unlike the lacto-ovo diet, this diet does not include the use of eggs. The third diet is the vegan diet. This diet excludes the use of eggs, dairy products, and any food prepared with eggs and dairy products. Many vegans do not use honey either (Giehl, ...
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vegetarian diet. In fact, from research, we learn that "it is widely recognized that plant foods are the best sources of many of these nutrients" (Akers, 1983 p.49).
Carbohydrates, fats and proteins are the primary sources of energy to the body because they supply fuel necessary for body heat and work (Dunne, 1990). Protein seems to be of the greatest concern for people thinking about becoming a vegetarian. Next to water, protein is the most plentiful substance in the body. It is one of the most important elements for the maintenance of good health and vitality. Protein is the primary nutrient involved in the growth and development of all body tissues (Dunne, 1990). Our society ...
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