How do i become a full time vegetarian?

i have recently cut a lot of meat out of my diet for the last few months but now i want to become a fulltime vegetarian so how do i got about doing this. Do i need to take suppleaments and if so what ones would i need to take in order to keep my protein and iron levels up. can anyone give me good advice on this matter and more importatly what other foods can i eat in order to stay healthyHow do i become a full time vegetarian?
No, supplements are not necessary as long as you get enough protein, vitamin B12, iron,vitamin D,calcium and omega-3 fatty acids. You can get these nutrients from various foods.



Protein:

-soy protein(tofu, tempeh, soy milk/yogurt/ice cream and of course soy bean)

-legumes(beans)

-vegetable protein



Iron:

-black beans

-cashews

-hempseed

-kidney bean

-lentils

-oatmeal

-raisins

-black-eyed peas, chickpeas

-soybeans/tempeh

-some breakfast cereals(make sure the cereal doesn't contain gelatin)

-sunflower seeds

-tomato juice

-molasses

-thyme

-whole wheat bread



Vitamin B12:

-Soy products fortified with vitamin B12



Omega 3 fatty acids:

-soy

-walnuts

- pumpkin seeds

-canola oil

-kiwi

-hempseed

-flaxseed



Calcium:

-collard greens

-bok choy

-kale

-turnip greens

-foods fortified with calcium(almond milk, rice cheese ect.)



Vitamin D:

-Sunlight

-food fortified with Vitamin D such as soy milk and certain cereals

-mushrooms
Protein is not the hardest thing for vegetarians to get, that is a myth. Its actually easier to be a healthy vegetarian than a healthy meat eater. The main thing vegetarians need to focus on getting enough of is iron, and its really not hard. Just focus on eating healthy and getting enough of each food group. Its not as hard or unhealthy as many people believe. Good choice!! :)How do i become a full time vegetarian?
Just eat natural products, iron is in leafy green veggies, same with protein, protein is also in nuts, beans, legumes %26amp; pulses, seeds, etc.



As long as you eat a variety of natural foods no supplements are necessary, if you feel you need one choose one without gelatin, as that is made from animals, find one that says vegetarian capsules,
I just eat whatever I eat. I'm not a vegetarian but my husband is, and he is fussy too. It's the texture and flavour of meat he dislikes. Most of our food consists of cheese, bread, tomato, peppers, onions and potatoes and pasta. and salady.



Obviously mix it up a bit like chips and salad, or penne arribiatta or pizza, but essentially those are what we buy / grow. Salad stuff.



I have lost about 2 stone in the last 4 years because of being a vegetarian but I am overall healthier, like my fingernails are thicker and better condition, my skin is good. (Social carnivore though. Out for a meal? I'm looking for Steak)



Basically, shreddies or frosties for breakfast, sandiwiched, crisps, apple and a choccy bar for lunch and for dinner some pasta or pizza or something like that. My blood is good as I dontae blood regularly. So I guess no problems here then. I believe if you think about how much you're eating you don't enjoy the flavours as much.How do i become a full time vegetarian?
You do not need supplements to stay healthy I am 15, have been vegetarian for 8 years, just turned vegan, never had any supplements, and I am perfectly healthy. Just eat enough Fruit %26amp; Veg and have a varied diet and you will be fine.
To be honest, you don't need all this gobbledegook as it's just way too confusing. If you still like the taste of meat, substitute what you'd normally have with a a soya/Quorn product, make sure it doesn't contain gelatine and eats your greens :-)
you could take iron supplements just to be safe. At Henry's, Trader Joe's, or Whole Foods, there are vegetarian supplements that contain no gelatin. Your better off getting a: multi-vitamin, iron supplement, and magnesium caplets.
Go out and buy some vegetarian cookbooks and try the recipes Beans and nut should be you sort of protein I am struggling with this one myself It would be fun to experiment You might need Vitamin B supplements Have fun with different types of vegetables
Dont eat meat
You don't need to take supplements unless you feel you need them.



Iron is found in pretty much all fruits and vegetables. The trick is not to fry or cook your vegetables, this takes away a lot of the nutrients out of them. Instead, lightly steam them. This only takes out around 10-15% of the nutritious value. Or you could eat them raw.



Protein is in a lot of different things. Substituing brown rice for white rice will add protein to your diet. You get it in beans, nuts, pasta... You'd be surprised. Check the labels!



In order to be healthy you just have to maintain a balanced diet of fats, sugars, protein, irons, etc.

It's pretty easy if you think about it. Forget about focusing on 'oh, I'm vegetarian so I have to eat this...' you didn't think of it like that when you were omnivore, right? So once you've worked it out, then there you go. A diet. It's that simple.



If you ever get cravings for meat (trust me, no matter how repulsive you believe it to be, you can still get them...), buy fake meat, like Quorn. It tastes pretty much the same.



Welcome to the vegetarian community.
No matter which category of vegetarian you fall into, it is important to choose a variety of foods, including whole grains, fruits, vegetables, legumes, nuts and seeds.



Calcium

Vegetarians should consume a variety of calcium sources in order to meet daily requirements. Studies have shown vegetarians absorb and retain more calcium from foods than do non-vegetarians.



Dairy products are a rich source of calcium. If dairy products are not included in your diet, adequate amounts of calcium can be obtained from plant foods. Lactovegetarians can get plenty of calcium from fortified soymilk, nonfat yogurt and lowfat cheeses. Here are some other vegetarian-friendly sources of calcium:



Cow's milk

Fortified soymilk or rice milk

Leafy green vegetables

Broccoli

Beans

Calcium-fortified juice

Calcium-set tofu

Almonds and almond butter

Sesame seeds and sesame butter (tahini)

Soy nuts

Blackstrap molasses

Figs



Iron

Vegetarians should consume a variety of iron sources to meet daily requirements. Consuming a good source of vitamin C (citrus fruits, orange juice, tomatoes) at each meal increases iron absorption. Good sources include dried beans, dark green vegetables like spinach and beet greens, dried fruits, prune juice, blackstrap molasses and fortified breads and cereals. Other good vegetarian-friendly sources of iron include:



Instant oatmeal

Nuts and nut butters

Potatoes (eaten with skin)

Enriched pasta



Protein

Protein is found in most plant foods as well as animal foods. Your body will make its own complete protein if a variety of foods and enough calories are eaten during the day. Good sources of protein include:



Beans

Whole grains

Soy products

Nuts and nut butters

Dairy products

Eggs



Vitamin B12

B12 is found in all foods of animal origin, including eggs and dairy products. An adequate intake of vitamin B12 is generally not a concern for vegetarians who eat some dairy products or eggs. Strict vegetarians or vegans, however, may need to supplement their diet by choosing a fortified breakfast cereal or by taking a vitamin B12 (cobalamin) supplement of no more than 100 percent of the Daily Value. Good sources of B12 include:



Vitamin B12-fortified foods (nutritional yeast, soymilk, meat analogs or ready-to-eat cereals. Be sure to check the label.)

Dairy products

Eggs



Vitamin D

Few foods are naturally high in vitamin D, but dairy products are fortified with vitamin D in the United States. People who choose not to eat dairy products and who do not receive exposure to sunlight on a regular basis may wish to consider taking a vitamin D supplement of no more than 100 percent of the Daily Value. Good sources of vitamin D include:



Eggs

Vitamin D-fortified foods (soymilk, cow's milk, orange juice, ready-to-eat cereals)

Vitamin D is also made in the skin from sunlight.





-If you know for sure you are eating a balanced vegetarian diet that provides you with all of your nutrients then you don't need supplements. If you know you're not doing this though then a supplement could fill in the gaps.
Just eat meat or you will die young.
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