Vegetarianism And Vegetarianism

A vegetarian diet is one lacking red meat, poultry and seafood. Whether or not vegetarianism is good for one’s health tends to be a controversial topic, as meat contains more essential nutrients than vegetables. Meat provides a higher-quality source of protein than vegetables because meat is packed with amino acids that vegetables do not supply. The type of iron in meat also absorbs better than vegetables which contributes to low iron levels in vegetarians. Due to these facts many believe that vegetarianism is not a good practice and will not provide the right amount of nutrition that the body needs. Lisa Freedman, a writer for men’s fitness, addresses the difference between a meat based diet and a vegetarian one. In her article she interviews …show more content…
One type of vegetable may be low in a certain amino acid but, all plant proteins have amino acids. For example, certain foods such as, nuts and beans are lower in the amino acid methionine but higher in the amino acid lysine. Most grains are actually higher in methionine and lower in lysine. So by mixing beans and grains like quinoa and soybeans one receives the full nine necessary amino acids. Certain foods consumed in large quantities can also supply all of the essential amino acids. For example, if one was to eat 2-1/2 cups of tofu every amino acid would be accounted for, supplying plenty of protein …show more content…
The article stated that, “An assortment of plant foods eaten over the course of a day can provide all essential amino acids and ensure adequate nitrogen retention and use in healthy adults; thus, complementary proteins do not need to be consumed at the same meal” (Position of the American Dietetic Association). The previous statement proves that a vegetarian diet can meet all the essential amino acids needed to produce high-quality protein. In conclusion, a diet rich in proteins can be established, planned and implicated even if one decides to become a