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Vegetarian diet (adults).(Causes and Treatment)
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- Clinical Reference Systems
- Article date:
- January 1, 2006
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What is a vegetarian diet?
A vegetarian diet is a diet that does not include meat. This includes all animal meat, poultry, and fish. People who follow a vegetarian diet are called vegetarians. Many vegetarians also do not eat other animal products such as gelatin, rennet (used in making cheese), and animal fats (often used in cooking).
Vegetarians who include eggs and dairy products in their diets are called ovo-lacto vegetarians. People who do not eat any animal products (including honey) are called vegans.
Semi--or partial-vegetarians sometimes eat meat (usually poultry or fish).
What are the advantages of a vegetarian diet?
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