I became a vegetarian a few years ago, gradually like, and the last thing I gave up was chicken and turkey. I still eat seafood occasionaly, but nothing other than that. And I don't know, I was thinking of maybe going back to eating chicken and turkey every now and then, just because I was thinking about it, its so inconvenient now, everything is turkey this chicken that. And I wouldn't eat it much, and I would never eat any red meat or pork or lamb. Its still kind of wierd to me though. What do you think should I?
2007-05-22 08:17:57 · 12 answers · asked by leena 4 in Food & Drink ➔ Vegetarian & Vegan
I think you should try some meat substitutes, get some great cooking tips, drop the fish and become a vegetarian.
But that is just me.
:)
Becoming veg can seem hard at first because it does seem like chicken and fish are everywhere you look, but you just have to learn to look differently... dropping fast food and American (burger/steak) style restaurants is a good start. Ethnic restaurants are the best.
Here is a useful site.
http://www.vegsoc.org/newveg/fft/index.html
It takes a while, but I have been veg for almost 7 years, and now eating animals just seems gross.
Good luck
2007-05-22 10:48:21 · answer #1 · answered by Squirtle 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Yes, it's got to be your decision to make which might stem from why you decided to become vegetarian in the first place.
Personally, I'm a vegetable lover and could easily just live on the stuff, not being a great meat lover anyway (I was a vegetarian for a long time). However, most studies have shown that our bodies require different kinds of amino acids to function at their best, and these can only be found in meats (different amino acids are found in different meats : red, white, beef, lamb, pork, chicken, fish etc...).
Basically, humans are omnivorous as opposed to herbivorous and no amount of protein-rich pulses like lentils, beans and peas, or nuts etc. will ever be able to replace those essential amino acids which our bodies need to function correctly.
Perhaps, you could, as I have done, I still carry on with the mainly vegetarian diet, but occasionally supplement it with a little meat, strictly from a free-range, trusted and inspected humane source. ;)
2007-05-22 08:50:11 · answer #2 · answered by Kikkaz 4 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Becoming a vegetarian is a personal choice. No one can tell you if you should become a veggie or stay a veggie. I personally feel that we all become veggies for different reasons that stem from morality to health or even both. If you do not feel passionate about what you are doing, there is no point in doing it.
Just like your first answer, I think you should think back to why you wanted to become a veggie. I also need to inform you that eating FISH and no meat does NOT make you a vegetarian.
Good Luck.
2007-05-22 08:32:58 · answer #3 · answered by Lenka 3 · 3⤊ 1⤋
It's up to you...it's your body and your decision. I couldn't tell exactly why you are thinking about doing this (convenience, health reasons, etc.). Though I did read in your question that consuming meat is still kind of wierd to you. Maybe that's your answer! :-)
When I have a tough decision to make, my Mum always suggests that I make a long list of the pros and cons of the decision. See which is stronger and go with that.
Good luck!
2007-05-22 08:32:55 · answer #4 · answered by YSIC 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
If you decide to eat turkey or chicken then please don't call yourself vegetarian when you eat such.. cause if you do you'll
be seen as a hypocrite! Why not shop at A Veggy-Mart or Health food store? it's up to you what you eat it's your choice!
2007-05-26 06:45:32 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You don't have much meat left to give up to become a vegetarian.Boca Chik'n patties are great and they have Tofurkey and veggie deli meats that you can replace turkey with.
2007-05-25 20:37:08 · answer #6 · answered by vegan&proud 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Do what you want but you shouldnt call yourself a vegetarian if you eat chicken and turkey =)
2007-05-22 08:47:45 · answer #7 · answered by Song 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
I think if you did that you would be considered a flexitarian. And the only person who could make that decision is you. I personally am that way (I eat mostly vegitarian with the occational fish or chicken). It is totally up to you and the reasons why you became a vegitarian to begin with.
2007-05-22 09:01:55 · answer #8 · answered by Super Wifey 3 · 1⤊ 2⤋
If you are concerned for your health you may want to see a doctor and make sure you get enough proteins and vitamins from vegetables like soya beans, tofu and other vitamin pills, B12, zinc etc.
2007-05-22 08:28:47 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
It's totally up to you, no one can answer that but YOU. Why did you become vegetarian? Was it to try to lose weight, or was it moral beliefs? Try to think of why you did it in the first place, and if it doesn't matter to you anymore, that should dictate your decision.
2007-05-22 08:22:10 · answer #10 · answered by Heidi 4 · 3⤊ 1⤋