A vegetarian lifestyle: I have been a flexitarian (semi-vegetarian) for 13 years

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Are you wondering who is considered a vegetarian? A vegetarian is a person who consumes fruits, vegetables, legumes, dairy, grains plus more. The protein consumed comes from non-meat food items.

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A vegetarian lifestyle has great benefits. Research shows consuming a plant-based vegetarian diet can help reduce your risk of developing cardiovascular disease, hypertension, Type 2 diabetes and some forms of cancer. Learn about a vegetarian lifestyle and speak with a medical professional.

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Enjoy consuming healthy vegetarian dishes. Find healthy vegetarian recipes online or inside vegetarian cookbooks. Also discuss your vegetarian lifestyle with a doctor or dietitian so you can receive the daily recommended amounts of protein, fiber, vitamins and nutrients.

*Advice is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional guidance

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I do not consider myself a vegetarian, instead I am a flexitarian (semi-vegetarian).

Did you know a flexitarian lifestyle is a flexible alternative to being a vegetarian? Flexible + Vegetarian = Flexitarian

I have been a flexitarian for 13 years. In the past, I had three meatless days (Meatless Monday, Without Meat Wednesday and Meat-free Friday). In 2021, I decided to consume no meat or small portions of meat daily during each meal.

When I consume meat, it is usually chicken, turkey, salmon or other types of fish, pork and occasionally beef or lamb. I also enjoy eating fresh fruits and vegetables daily.

I think it is great, I am known as a flexitarian!

Plus I limit the amount of sugar I consume daily. My goal is to avoid drinking and eating High Fructose Corn Syrup, read your food labels.

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