Health: The Basics (13th Edition)
Health: The Basics (13th Edition)
13th Edition
ISBN: 9780134709680
Author: Rebecca J. Donatelle
Publisher: PEARSON
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To discuss: The reasons for people becoming vegetarians

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Nutrition refers to a practice that determines the relationship between the key elements of the foods we take and physiological function. A good nutrition is a combination of regular physical activities and well-balanced diet.

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Reasons for becoming vegetarians:

The following are the reasons to choose a vegetarian lifestyle:

  • Environmental costs of meat production
  • Personal health
  • Concern for animal welfare
  • Weight loss
  • Weight maintenance

Vegetarian diet may reduce the risk of heart disease than non-vegetarians. A well-balance vegetarian diet maintains weight, better levels of cholesterols, and fewer issues with irregular bowel movements (diarrhea and constipation).

Conclusion

A recent studies show that people follow vegetarian diet has average level of blood pressure lower than that of people follow non-vegetarians. Vegetarianism may also decrease the progression of colon cancer.

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