Be vegetarian but still have enough nutrients 4
If you are a vegetarian, or want to be a vegetarian, it is very important to understand what basic nutrients your body needs during the day.
1. Proteins
This is a very important nutrient in any diet.
Also, be careful to avoid fake salty vegetarian dishes made from soybeans, they are very carefully processed with many ingredients.
Vegetables contain many nutrients necessary for the body.
2. Iron and zinc
Healthy blood vessels require adequate amounts of iron, so you must have a diet that provides enough iron.
Since the body does not contain zinc, it must be absorbed from food.
Sources of zinc and iron are found in vegetables such as cabbage, kale, spinach, and broccoli;
3. Calcium
The body needs calcium to help keep teeth, bones strong and the nervous system working properly.
4. Vitamin B12
The average daily consumption of vitamin B12 is 1.6 micrograms for adults.
5. Essential fatty acids
Our bodies need certain types of fats to help absorb vitamins, for example: soluble fats like A, D, E and K to provide energy, regulate cholesterol, maintain heart health and more.
Saturated fats from animal sources are always recommended to be limited in the diet.
Particularly for vegetarians, you should look for foods containing lots of essential fatty acids such as olive oil, sesame oil, avocado, and coconut oil.
