• By Elizabeth Edmonds
• Posted Friday, March 1, 2013

Healthy Eating Tips for Vegetarians

A vegetarian eating pattern can be a healthy option. The key is to consume a variety of foods and the right amount of foods to meet your calorie and nutrient needs. Your protein needs can easily be met by eating a variety of plant foods.

Sources of protein for vegetarians include beans and peas, nuts, and soy products (such as tofu, tempeh). Lacto-ovo vegetarians also get protein from eggs and dairy foods. It is also important to get your Vitamin B12 which is naturally found only in animal products.

Vegetarians should choose fortified foods such as cereals or soy products, or take a vitamin B12 supplement if they do not consume any animal products.

For more healthy eating tips for vegetarians go to:

• Healthy Eating for Vegetarians

For more tips and resources visit:

• Nutrition Education Series

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Source: ChooseMyPlate