Vegetariansim

List the different types of vegetarians and explain what food they can eat.
- Lacto -ovo-vegetarians (don't eat meat)
- Lacto-vegtarians (don't eat meat or eggs)
- Ovo-vegetarians ((don't eat meat, milk and dairy products)
- Vegans (don't eat meat, milk, eggs and any dairy products)
- Pollo-vegetarians (eat chicken, fish)

Provide reasons why people decide to become vegetarian.
- Religion
- Health
- Animal Welfare
- Enviromental issues
- Taste

Identify the trends associated with vegetariansim in Australia today.
Studies show that vegetarians tend to have a lower risk of developing such diseases as coronary heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity and some cancers.

 Outline the dietary-related diseases that are less prevalent for vegetarians.
- High blood pressure
- Lung cancer
- Anemia
- Diabetes
- Gallstones

What reasons are given for a vegetarian being considered to be healthier that a non-vegetarian.
Vegetarians are at lower risk to developing coronary heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity and some cancers. Also the fibres from the food develop a straonger heart.

How can vegetarians ensure they consume all of the essential amino acids?If you want a complete protein in one food, tofu is probably your best bet. However, since you're probably not going to want to eat that every day, the best thing to do is eat a variety of high protein foods. Mix your proteins in order to get complete proteins. So, have say a grain (quinoa, millet, or brain rice are good) and have it with beans, or tempeh, or seitan, or nuts, etc.

Why is it difficult for a vegetarian to obtain an adequate supply of iron? How can a vegetarian improve the absorption of iron in their diet?Dried beans and dark green leafy vegetables are especially good sources of iron, even better on a per calorie basis than meat. Iron absorption is increased markedly by eating foods containing vitamin C along with foods containing iron. Vegetarians do not have a higher incidence of iron deficiency than do meat eaters.

List the types of food from which a vegan can obtain calciumCalcium, needed for strong bones, is found in dark green leafy vegetables, tofu made with calcium sulfate, calcium-fortified soy milk and orange juice, and many other foods commonly eaten by vegans. Although lower animal protein intake may reduce calcium losses, there is currently not enough evidence to suggest that vegans have lower calcium needs. Vegans should eat foods that are high in calcium and/or use a calcium supplement.