Have you considered going vegetarian because of the many popular weight loss books that claim going vegetarian will ensure weight loss? Have you wondered if these claims are trustworthy?

You probably think vegetarians eat only fresh produce, and you probably imagine them all to be stick-thin waifs who munch on carrot sticks with delight. By definition, going vegetarian does not ensure you’ll eat plenty of vegetables; it just means you won’t eat meat products. You may think going vegan will solve the problem, but that just means you don’t eat meat, eggs, or dairy, which still leaves room for cake, cookies, and candy.

Most likely you’re problem isn’t that you eat too many calories from meat. Yes, eating fresh produce and whole grains is very good for you, but going vegetarian doesn’t ensure you really will do that. In fact, many well-intentioned “vegetarians” are actually “carbotarians”, meaning they may not eat meat, but they live on muffins, bagels, high sugar cereal, and other not-so-good-for-you foods.

Instead of viewing meat as the enemy, it may help to realize protein is helpful when trying to lose weight and tone up. Protein builds muscle and staves off hunger. Not that you can’t get enough protein as a vegetarian; in fact many vegetarians get plenty of protein through beans, legumes, and soy products. If you’re just thinking about weight loss, you probably shouldn’t blame meat for your troubles (unless you regularly eat huge fatty steaks).

However, you’d do well to eat more vegetables and fruit than the average American, that’s undeniable. Fruit and vegetables are packed with vitamins, minerals, and nutrients that feed your muscles, nerves, and brain, fight cancer, and facilitate efficient elimination. Fresh produce is low in calories, and if you want to lose weight, you have to control caloric intake and exercise.

You want to shed those unwanted pounds? Don’t worry about going strictly vegetarian. Eat more fresh produce and limit your consumption of processed foods and fatty meats. You’ll lose weight if you eat healthfully and exercise regularly.

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