Control Cholesterol level, Diet
Vegetarian Diet There are many types of vegetarian diets. By definition, vegetarians do not eat meat, poultry, or fish. Some vegetarians eat eggs and milk products. Others eat dairy, but skip the eggs. Finally, vegans eat only plant foods. They do not eat anything derived from animals, including milk, eggs, and honey. Whichever path you choose, you'll want to make protein, iron, calcium, zinc, and vitamin B-12 a priority. Vegetable stir-fry falling from wok onto plate A Healthy Choice The vegetarian diet is a healthy lifestyle followed by more than four million Americans. It tends to be low in cholesterol, total fat, and saturated fat, which may help reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes and coronary artery disease. Sound promising. Pick Your Proteins Avocado and black bean rice bowl Meat protein contains all the essential amino acids the body needs, but vegetarian sources often don't. Protein needs can easily be me...