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Part Time Vegetarian or a Flexitarian

19 October 2008 No Comment

A “flexitarian” or  “almost vegetarian.” is a person who eats lots of fruits, vegetables, nuts, and sticks to a vegetarian diet when ever possible, but  sometimes indulges in a barbecue or so.

Being a vegetarian of convenience isn’t particularly inspiring, but a growing number of experts and even some famous foodies are fans. Cutting back on meat, rather than abstaining completely, may be a practical compromise that benefits our bodies and our environment.

It gives you the health benefits of a vegetarian diet without having to follow the strict rules. It is also an easy Way to Lose Weight, Be Healthier and Prevent Disease. A person who is mostly vegetarian takes in lesser bad cholestrols and the like giving him a better chance for longer life span. 

Americans eat about 200 pounds of meat, poultry and fish a year—twice as much as the global average. Not only is a heavily vegetable diet healthier for us physically, but it’s also true that the industrial production and processing of grain-fed livestock consumes a huge amount energy and has a negative impact on the environment.

It’s unclear how many people are official “flexitarian” converts, but nutritionists believe there are a growing number of people who are simply eating fewer meat entrees whether it’s for health, or economic reasons or because there are more good meatless dishes on offer.


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