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Is there a way that i can live a healthy life as a vegetarian?

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Yes: If you're a vegetarian, take increased amounts of protein from foods like beans to make up for the loss from animal products. If you have kidney disease, check with your doctor first before doing this. Also, you need a B12 supplement esp if you also don't eat eggs. If you don't consume dairy, take a ca+d supplement as well. They come in pill form and a few candied forms like mini-chocolates.

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Yes: Eat healthfully w at least 5 servings of vegetables & 4 of fruit /day (organic is best). Increase nutritional fiber. Avoid refined sugar & junk carbohydrates. Avoid sweetened juices, soda & caffeinated beverages. Watch portion sizes. No tobacco, illicit drugs & low to no alcohol use. Aim for 7.5 to 8 hrs sleep /night. Hydrate w at least 64 oz of water / day. Maintain good hygiene. Daily physical

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