One Perfect Reason for Becoming a Vegetarian
July 14, 2010
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Posted by billspaced
Guest post by Louise Infante
Give me 10 seconds and I’ll provide you 1 perfect reason for being vegetarian.
While fish can serve as the most important dietary supply of the long-chain omega-3s eicosapentaenoic acid and docosahexaenoic acid, which have been shown to be essential in supporting brain health, low intake of eicosapentaenoic acid and docosahexaenoic acid in vegetarians will not adversely affect mood, reported by a new study (Nutr J. 2010;9:26. DOI:10.1186/1475-2891-9-26).
A total of 138 healthy Seventh Day Adventist adults residing in Arizona and California (64 vegetarians and 79 non-vegetarians) were enrolled in the study and completed a health history questionnaire, food frequency questionnaire and a couple psychometric tests, the Depression Anxiety Stress Scale and also the Profile of Mood States..
Vegetarians had significantly lower mean intakes of eicosapentaenoic acid, docosahexaenoic acid and the omega-6 arachidonic acid; they had higher intakes of the omega-3 alpha-linolenic acid and the omega-6 linoleic acid.
"Seed oils are the richest sources of α-linolenic acid, notably those of rapeseed (canola), soybeans, walnuts, flaxseed (Linseed oil), clary sage seeds, perilla, chia, and hemp."
The research team noted there is also the possibility that vegetarians may make smarter dietary choices and may generally be healthier and happier.
If you would like to give it a try, here is an example of vegetarian recipe according to Italian cuisine
Italian Spaghetti with Zucchini
- 17 oz. Spaghetti
- 24 oz. Of thin sliced zucchini
- A half cup of walnuts oil
- Some basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons of yeast flakes
- Salt and pepper
Many of these nutrients are extremely sensitive to heat and to enjoy their benefits you need to find a quick method to cook or even eat raw in salads.
From the therapeutic standpoint, zucchini have laxative, refreshing, anti-inflammatory, diuretic and detoxifying action.
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This sounds like a nice tasting recipe. I never knew that zucchini was so good for us. I have always just looked at it as a vegetable to have for a change but now I will try to add it in to our family diet as a regular vegetable.
very nice this post thanks
That is very interesting…I have been a vegetarian for 14 years, and really don't think about it day to day…I will definitely try to incorporate more zucchini in to my diet.
Like others that have commented, I never knew zucchini was that good for you, but that recipe I've really got to give a try. Maybe tonight….hmm….anyone up for a spaghetti banquet?
I will try to add it in to our family diet as a regular vegetable. Thanks for article!
Generally accepted eat a diet that is high in complex carbohydrates, fat and proteins because, diet is also used in the treatment of the diseases, many individual used this especially when they are not felling well. food like zucchine will do.. like it.
Very great, maybe i will become a vegetarian. I dont know exactly, but i think a vegetarian will have a longer life
…very nice this post
thanks
Efficient use of grains. It takes up to 16 pounds of soybeans and grain to produce 1 pound of flesh from 3-6 pounds. to produce 1 kg of turkey meat and eggs. By eating grain foods directly, I make the most efficient food supply and helps the environment.
Great Article! I have been looking for research like this for a while. I really didn't know a whole lot about the benefits of being a vegetarian. I only knew what I had heard, but to see research like this has really opened my eyes.
I thought to become a vegetarian. But I can not live without meat! It gives such a power to my equisitive mind. I'm an interpreter and needs healthy, rich food for brain work. But I agree fish is very essential thing in daily menu. Thanks for article! Pleasant was to read it.
I go for vegetarians and I agree that fish has the most dietary supply of the long-chain omega-3s.. Leafy foods are really healthy but meat is also needed in our healthy lifestyle. I don't know about zucchine thing, but you can try tofu as part of your daily diet.
I go for vegetarians and I agree that fish has the most dietary supply of the long-chain omega-3s.. Leafy foods are really healthy but meat is also needed in our healthy lifestyle. I don't know aboutzucchine thing, but you can try tofu as part of your daily diet.
I am a vegetarian and all for promoting it!! I hate to see animals being killed
Besides, your article lists very useful insight into the subject 
to some degree,i am a vegetarian
Very interesting article, I have always seen a difference between meat eaters and veggies in general happiness, but this just proves it. Though, personally, I could not give up meat just for being a little happier, its too delicious.
In spite of the fact that vegetarian diet supplies all the essential nutrients, there are certain factors that we can get in more amounts from the meat or fish. We just have to be balance in eating the right kind of food. Too much and too little are dangerous, just enough. Vegetarian diet is not suggested for bodybuilders since they require a protein-rich diet. Also, insufficient carbohydrates and proteins can lead to anemia.
Nice reason to become a vegeterian…it helps to lose weight and also for other causes
Sounds good in theory but I know for a fact that one of the reasons I look forward to the weekend is due to the Sunday Roast!
Keep The mind balance and people can be the Vegetarian but the to be Vegetarian feels look good.Many of these nutrients are extremely sensitive to heat and to enjoy their benefits you need to find a quick method to cook or even eat raw in salads.
Maybe i should try it at home, could be possible to change my daily diet?.
Thanks for sharing this recipe. It came out great!