Vegetarianism
Vegetarians exclude chicken, pork, fish, and beef from their diet. Some allow eggs and milk, and others (pescatarians) allow fish. With over six million vegetarians in the U.S., the diet has become a health goal as well as an animal rights movement.
According to Harvard Health Publishing, some studies link vegetarianism to a lower risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and cancer. However, vegetarians may not receive enough nutrients. Minerals from animal products, including iron, calcium, and vitamin B12, are scarce in this diet.
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