2. Vegetarianism Why did the tofu cross the road? http://www.happycow.net/humor.html To prove he wasn’t chicken

3. What do YOU know?

4. True or False… There is only one type of vegetarian

5. FALSE Lacto-Ovo Vegetarians Lacto- Vegetarians Ovo- Vegetarians Vegans

6. Why become a Vegetarian? Cheaper? Weight Loss? Trendy? Religious Beliefs Ethical Concerns Spirituality Health Reasons

7. True or False… Vegetarians easily meet all of their nutrient needs

8. Protein Not difficult to meet protein needs BUT plant sources do not provide all essential amino acids Need variety Beans, legumes, grains, nuts, seeds, tofu, eggs, meat substitutes

9. True or False… Vegetarians are at a greater risk of iron deficiency

10. Iron Plant sources not as well absorbed Dark green leafy vegetables, legumes, enriched or whole grains, dried fruits Eat with Vitamin C source

11. True or False… Vitamin B12 is only found naturally in animal products

12. Vitamin B12 Not found in plant sources Vegans need fortified foods, supplements or nutritional yeasts

13. Calcium If eliminating milk products Other Sources: Fortified soy milk, legumes, green leafy vegetables May need supplement

14. Vitamin D Mostly from fortified milk products Also from sunlight May need supplement

15. Other Nutrients of Concern Omega 3 Fatty Acids Eye, nerve & brain development Canola oil, ground flaxseed, soybeans, walnuts Zinc Growth, disease protection, wound healing Soy products, legumes, nuts, seeds, fortified cereals and grains

16. Who’s Eating What? Handout Identify the type of vegetarian eating style for which each meal listed would apply. We will take up as a class.

17. Handout: Tips for using the vegetarian food guide to plan meals

18. Canada’s Food Guide Meat & Alternatives Milk & Alternatives 1)Develop a well balanced vegetarian meal using Canada’s Food Guide 2)Try to choose a meal that addresses nutrients of concern for vegetarians 3)Classify what type of vegetarian would eat your meal

19. Thinking Question How would your life change if I told you that tomorrow YOU were going to wake up a vegan? Please explain in detail.