Because I'm almost 16 and I'm a vegetarian. My mom thinks thats a bad idea. I mean I drink one protein shake or have some egg or soemthing everyday for protein. I just dont really like meat. And Davey Havok's been vegan since he was a teenager and look at him. He looks amazing and I would have his babies anyday.
2006-07-17 15:53:49 · 26 answers · asked by kat 1 in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
It is proven that being vegetarian(with healthy habits) can add at least six years to your life.
see: http://www.ivu.org/oxveg/Talks/veglongevity.html
http://www.vegetarian-diet.info/vegetarian-diet-issues-lifespan.htm
Read:
The Vegetarian Handbook: Eating Right for Total Health
By Gary Null
The Vegetarian Manifesto by Cheryl L. Perry
Confession of a Kamikaze Cowboy by Dirk Benedict
The Everything Vegetarian Cookbook: 300 Healthy Recipes Everyone Will Enjoy (Everything)
by Jay Weinstein
2006-07-17 16:08:07 · answer #1 · answered by Mira Bella 3 · 3⤊ 2⤋
ABSOLUTELY YES, being a VEGETARIAN is the BEST thing you can do for yourself, not only will you remain healthier and in good shape but also your body will feel free from cruel animal deaths and that will prove to help you elevate your life style in many different ways.
now, since you're still in a growing age please ask an open minded nutritionist of all possible things that can replace meat.
I'm in my early 20's and i've been a full time vegetarian since i was 15... it turned out great for me but i made sure to replace meat protein with TOFU, soy protein and also make sure you have B Complex capsules to replace the one found in meat. don't forget to eat fresh vegetables, grains and fruits.
there are absolutely many gorgeous, compassionate people who are vegetarian and vegan and looking better than anyone else, it makes sense actually because breaking a violent cycle of animal's deaths your body and mind feel much happier.
2006-07-17 16:00:24 · answer #2 · answered by Nia24 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you wish to be a vegetarian you might discuss this with your primary care physician or a registered dietitian. This kind of diet requires a delicate balance of proper nutrition, especially now while you are still growing. You might suffer long term side effects if you are not meeting all of your nutritional needs.
When you eventually have children (please not yet) they can be born with birth defects if you do not have the proper nutrition.
The key to being a vegetarian is for you and your mother to be educated enough to do it in a responsible and healthy manner.
I have noticed plenty of vegetarian patients who get a sickly yellow skin coloring when they do not eat right. So watch for this and good luck.
2006-07-17 16:08:19 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
it's perfectly okay to be a vegetarian at a young age. be sure to research this dietary preference so that you will be getting the proper vitamins, minerals, and proteins that you need. some proteins (such as legumes) work really well as a protein source when combined with other foods (such as rice) to make a complete protein. peanut butter also is a great source of protein. also be sure you are getting all of the iron and folate you need. just do a little reading and research, and you will do great!
2006-07-17 15:59:14 · answer #4 · answered by bad guppy 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Personally, it's ok to be a vegetarian. With vegetables, there's minimal or no risk at all. You will live a healthy lifestyle, which is great. Tell your mom that there's nothing bad in being healthy.
2006-07-17 15:58:41 · answer #5 · answered by Klifster 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah... might as well take care of your health now. It's gonna make you live longer and make your life better. Starting now is great. Good luck with that! If it's something that's important to you then your mom should respect that. But just make sure you keep up with your protein and take multi-vitamins. You need some fat in your diet. Good fatty acids.
2006-07-17 15:58:26 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm a vegetarian and my daughter
as well since day one and she is 15.
She is healthy and fit as normal kids.
Make sure you have these everyday.......
Whole grains
Beans,
nuts
seeds
Veggies
and Fruits.
Avoid junky food have a new start
which stands for...........
N........ Nutritions
E........Exercise
W.........Water
S-------Sunshine
T........ Temperance
A........Fresh Air
R........Rest
T........Trust in divine power
Then you're working on to total health
Best.
2006-07-17 16:11:56 · answer #7 · answered by buzzzzz 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am the Mom of 3 healthy vegetarian kids. I have been a vegetarian for 25yrs and my kids are 6,8 &13...all totally veg...so of course it's healthy.
2006-07-17 15:56:39 · answer #8 · answered by serenity seeker 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sure! I wish I could, but in my culture, meat is basically a must. My parents practically shove it down my throat. If you have the oppurtunity to be vegetarian, GO FOR IT!
(If not, buy only free-range stuff)
2006-07-17 15:57:44 · answer #9 · answered by Armin 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes its ok, just make sure to eat other means of protein which you get mostly from meat. There are these nuts called soy nuts my brother eats and they really don't taste like anything but are loaded with protein. If u don't like them, baby food also has lots of protein and is good :)
2006-07-17 15:58:19 · answer #10 · answered by psxfff123 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋