Being a vegetarian is easy if you're in it for the right reasons. So far, I know people who tried to become vegetarians in high school, but gave up after not too long. I think that's stupid. Really, really stupid. If you want to become a vegetarian because of animal rights and so on, then it's simple, print out some pictures of slaughtered animals and have them around your room. Also, eating BBQ Chips is a great way to kinda get a feeling of eating meat. There are plenty of meat substitutes out on the market, and your local food store should carry at least tofu. There are loads of recipes all over the net, just make sure you read the recipes before you buy anything, you may not know what kind/type of tofu to get.
As for that whole "vegetable don't have as much protein as meat" thing; stupid. If you have even basic knowledge of what you're putting into your mouth, you know that protein also comes from nuts and actually, vegetables do have a lot of protein. If that's not enough for you, you can also get some vitamins. B12, I think. ask your doctor, their degree means more than my poor memory.
There are a lot of vegetarians in the US, but rarely any cases of kwashiorkor, a disease which is a result of lack of protein.
If you decide to become a vegetarian, I hope you stick to it for your entire life. Honestly, are you really that hungry?
2006-08-17 23:07:32
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answered by Anonymous
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If you're so worried about eating chicken and other meats, try just eating organic chicken which are actually able to roam around in the sun and eat straight from the grass, which is the opposite of non-organic. To make your meals more appetizing, try whipping up a recipe from a veggie cookbook that you can find in your local bookstore. If you make the meals interesting enough, you're cravings will lessen and you'll be able to stay a vegetarian. By the way, you can research online (rather than asking here) about some other veggies, etc, that contain protein.
2006-08-17 16:26:59
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answered by n_goel17 2
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I'm assuming you are vegetarian and not vegan. Cheese is a good source of protein, as are beans, tofu, peanut butter, etc. Also you might try some of the veggie hot dogs, chicken nuggets, "hamburger" meat for tacos. Morning Star Farms and Amy's brands both make really good veggie stuff.
Try this website, you can order a starter booklet from them that has a lot of helpful info:
www.goveg.com
2006-08-17 16:17:49
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answered by Anonymous
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The only thing I cut out of my diet was red meat. Still eat chicken and turkey in small amouts occassiionally. Eat eggs, drink milk, use tofu and soy burgers, Make soups with no meat. Oatmeal, peanut butter, nuts, dairy products, some vegetables are good sources of protein.
2006-08-17 23:05:51
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answered by Leslie S 4
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The easiest and best way is...don't do it. You need the protein and you can't get enough from vegies alone unless you eat all day like a cow or a horse and had the stomachs to digest it.
2006-08-17 16:16:47
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answered by Anonymous
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i'd propose attempting hummus sandwiches - i admire them! Use total wheat bread (necessary as a vegetarian to consume total grains, no longer white bread b/c you like the fiber, protein and nutrition), toast the bread, unfold hummus on it (you may get this on the food market - it relatively is a chick pea unfold), good with spinach, little celery products, tomatoes, notwithstanding you like, positioned on a slice of cheese - and there you bypass. it is scrumptious. Mexican nutrients is likewise a brilliant, common meal to make as a vegetarian. Throw a can of Goya flavored pinto beans in a pan to warmth on the range. cook dinner some Minute brown rice. mixture the rice into the beans. Stir in salsa and a few corn and warmth with the aid of. positioned on total wheat burrito shell, roll up and then good with the two enchilada sauce or extra salsa, as properly as bitter cream and guacamole. very stable!
2016-10-02 05:40:19
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answered by ? 3
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Actually, if you really load up on the greens, vegetables I mean, calorie for calorie, they (like broccoli for example) have like 400% more nutrients and protein than meat will ever have. Not to mention soy as well as other beans.
2006-08-17 16:59:41
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answered by Becca 1
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There are plenty of protein alternatives to meat. Check out the link:
2006-08-17 16:18:34
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answered by girlnblack 3
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Try eating hummus on whole wheat pita bread. You can find it in the supermarket. There are all different varieties of hummus - garlic, lemon, scallion. Try eating peanut butter. I know it gets boring. I have a hard time because I have to cook lots of meat for my husband as he refuses to come over to my vegan side. I make myself vegan chili.
2006-08-17 16:18:00
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answered by LaLaLisa 1
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well...one way might be to stop eating meat. but thats just a guess. avoid places that serve chicken as a main course. or just cut down more and more until you stop eating meat altogether. one of my friends also would douse her meat in vinegar and then would be repulsed by it so she wouldnt eat it and she trained herself to associate meat with vinegar taste. i think that was a waste, personally. as far as protein, they make some mean drinks called "protein shakes." try that.
2006-08-17 16:17:10
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answered by buzzmeyellow 2
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