| Springtime Vegetarian Nutritional Guide | | | | fats, proteins, and carbohydrates, the coverings |
| Springtime is the optimal season to enjoy a diet | | | | of nerves, and keeping the blood cell count high. |
| plentiful in fresh fruit and vegetables. Meal choices | | | | Iron is also a factor in preventing anemia and |
| can allow for a wide selection of the best | | | | calcium is vital for nerve impulses and bone health. |
| seasonal produce available. When the weather is | | | | If one does partake of animal proteins, it is best |
| warming up, vegetarians can enjoy ripe fruit and | | | | to eat only a small amount of dairy and eggs. By |
| crispy salads that are fresh and flavorful. | | | | minimizing protein from animal sources, the body |
| Vegetarians often have a difficult time obtaining | | | | is better able to cleanse itself. |
| several nutrients because they are mostly found | | | | Vegetarians should use the following percentages |
| in animal foods. The following daily supplements | | | | to acquire their daily caloric and nutritional needs. |
| may be helpful to those who abstain from animal | | | | These percentages will reduce triglyceride levels, |
| products: Vitamin B12 (200 mcg), iron (25 mg), | | | | cancer, heart disease, and obesity. |
| and calcium (600 mg). B12 is vital in metabolism of | | | | |