What are some tips on how to make sure that my diet is healthy and balanced, especially since i am a vegetarian?

See a nutritionist: Ask your primary doctor for a referral to a nutritionist to ensure that you are getting adequate calories, protein in your diet and nutrients.

Variety: The basis of a healthy diet (vegetarian or not) should be a wide variety of vegetables, preferably organic-try vegies of all colors as colors represent key nutrients. Adequate protein is important, from beans, nuts, seeds, organic dairy & eggs. A moderate amount of fruit- limit tropical fruits. Moderate whole grains. Avoid fried & GMO foods. Take a good multivitamin. See http://tinyurl.com/d96qjqn