Is it there any problems the people who can convert as Vegetarians?

Answer 1

I had only good things happen as a result of changing over.

I was raised on the traditional North American beef and pork diet. It was not until I learned about steroids and antibiotics in meat in the 1970's that I stopped meat. I maintained a balanced diet by just making a few changes.

I get my protein from beans and dairy and careful combining of foods. I notice a big difference in my body odor, and the quality of my perspiration. When you eat meat you do not notice how greasy or oily it is, or how differently you smell. After all, meat is rotting in your digestive system before it is absorbed in your Large Intestines. Rather a gross thought, isn't it, knowing dead animals are rotting in your tummy? The other difference is that, since meat sits in the tummy for so much longer than veggies and grains, your body feels heavier. Ever notice how tired you get after a heavy meat meal?

I noticed a large drop in my grocery bills when I stopped buying meat too!

I found it very easy to change over. Between knowing what was in meat and how it sat in the tummy, and watching a few programmes about illness and meat, made the transition rather easy. Another bonus is that foods begin to taste better. I found new flavours in vegetables and fruit that I never noticed before. I become more conscious of my foods. I switched to much healthier bread for example because it tastes better and has more nutritional value.

There are many common meals that do not require meat. Macaroni and cheese. Egg dishes. A million varieties of soups. Eating these entrees, served with toast and a glass of milk, you are set nutritionally. A PJB on whole wheat with a glass of milk is a great meal. The sites in the Source List below are chock full of excellent foods, including some for those transiting from carnivore to vegetarian. Occasionally I have the urge for a slab of white fish and I will eat it. There is a strong emphasis on nuts and seeds, but beware of calories. Eat them in moderation. The same goes for cheeses.

The hardest thing I had in the beginning was the attitudes of those around me. They seemed to worry and fret if I was there for dinner and they had beef on the menu. Me? I just ate more veggies and asked for a slice of cheese if possible and did not care what they ate. I still love the smell of a roast in the oven; I just don't eat it! I got the usual, "Man was meant to eat flesh" stuff as well. I never bothered to engage in something that is such a personal decision. Eventually, they all stopped.

I am including a few good sites on vegetarian foods and ideas. I hope that I have helped you and feel free to email me if you wish.

http://allrecipes.com/recipes/vegetarian...

http://allrecipes.com/recipes/top.aspx...

http://www.vegsoc.org/info/goingveg.html...
This is an EXCELLENT site. More than recipes for you.

http://www.eartheasy.com/eat_vegetarian....
Wonderful looking meals!

http://www.veg.ca/living/recipes.html...

http://vegetarian.lifetips.com/...

http://www.vrg.org/nutshell/nutshell.htm...
Another exceptional site.

http://www.veganfamily.co.uk/main.html...

http://www.andrews.edu/nufs/change%20to%...
This site is for transiting from meat diet to veg diet. Some very good ideas.

http://www.lifescript.com/channels/food_...
Vegetarianism for meat eaters!

So... no problems here!

Answer 2

If you are thinking of lacto-ovo-vegetarian, there will be absolutely no problem. Complete protein can readily be obtained by combining legumes with grains. If you are thinking of vegan, the only nutritional problem may be Vit B12 since it is mostly found in animal products, or if at all in non-animal products, it is only in minute amounts and not easily assimilated. However, most people take Vit supplements or use some meat analogues (prepared meat substitutes) which have Vit B12 added. Calcium is the other nutritional problem, but as long as you consistently eat vegetables and fruit (green leafy vegetables and oranges, for example) that are high in calcium, you will be fine. I've been a vegan for just over 40 years.

Answer 3

Certainly, not only there is no problem in being a vegetarian but in fact it is the right thing to do too. There are issues of diet supplement etc but if we go back and follow many of our age old customs specific to that region, I believe our vegetarian diet is self-sufficient. The right balanced vegetarian meal has carbohydrates from rice or wheat, proteins from lentils (all forms of dal), sprouted grains, fresh vegetables and leafy vegetables providing the right amount of vitamins, folic acid etc. I suggest that one refers to good books on nutrition etc it is possible to get the right information about the balanced diet. Again, the recommendations vary from different regions across the country. Obviously, people from North consume more wheat than those from South who are rice eaters. This has not only to do with the climate but it is also the recommended thing to do.
Meat eaters do so claiming that meat provides more calories and other supplements but it goes with the fact that they end up collecting more unsaturated fats followed by other health problems.
Do you know that fermented udad (as is consumed in idlis, dosa batter) is supposed to provide the same amount of nutrition sans the ill effects of unsaturated fats?
This and many more facts can be obtained from our ancient Indian texts.
And the advice received from spiritual masters all over, from most of them, is to stick to vegetarianism (not even vegan!)
Try turning vegetarian and yes coupled with meditation in the right way. Sure enough, you will not face any problem and also the existing problems will get wiped out!

Answer 4

As long as the person eats a balanced and healthy diet after converting, then there are no problems associated with vegetarianism. In fat, it's much healthier than a meat based diet.

Answer 5

My boyfriend just converted to vegetarianism, and he's been having some stomach problems...most likely due to the increased fiber from vegetables and whole grains. But your system eventually gets used to it--i've been veg for 6 years.

Answer 6

Recent British study found that the children with higher IQ turned vegetarian when they grew up.

Answer 7

you mean is there any problem if non veg ppl change there diet to veg diet. then the ans is no there is no prob . if ur Q is something else then i dont know wht r u taking about

Answer 8

why one should be a dedicated vegetarian or non-vegetarian...? better to take veg on day to day basis and continue taking non veg occasionally... say weekly, fortnightly etc...

Answer 9

no problem

Answer 10

no problem at all.