Vegetarian Basics 101

I see many young posters here wanting to become vegetarians. There is a big difference between a healthy vegetarian and an unhealthy one. I wanted to share some resources I found when I became a veggie back in 2006. I still have them bookmarked and refer to them often. I hope they help anyone who is interested on how to become a healthy vegetarian!

Start by reading this http://www.vegparadise.com/basics.html#Getsta rted

Where do you get your protein? http://www.vegparadise.com/protein.html

Loads of great links! http://www.vegparadise.com/linkswe.html

Please don't be afraid to education yourself on proper nutrition. Don't be afraid of cooking beans, lentils and grains...they are your best friends! I truly love being a vegetarian and enjoy cooking new things!

Vegetarian nutrition http://www.vrg.org/nutrition/index.htm

and http://www.vegetarian-nutrition.info/

A couple of my favorite veggie food blogs, with great recipes!

http://www.vegalicious.org/

http://www.veggiechic.com/

http://kitchen-parade-veggieventure.blogspot. com/

Being a vegetarian is not easy, but it gets easier when you educate yourself on proper nutrition. Don't be afraid to tell your friends, family and co-workers that you are a vegetarian. Come prepared to parties & bbq's with your own veggie dish! Once you understand the balance needed between protein, carbs and fat you will be on your way to a very healthy and delicious diet!

Thanks for reading!!!