Tuesday, February 16, 2010

My Transition to a Semi-vegetarian Lifestyle

Today I begin my transition to a semi-vegetarian diet/lifestyle. As some of you know, I have had some minor health challenges over the last two years which were starting become health issues if I didn't make some changes in my lifestyle. One being stress and the other my diet.

I mean, let me be honest. I've never met a food I didn't like. lol But all things must be done in moderation. I've never been much of a red meat eater, although I love a steak from III Forks or Ruth's Chris maybe once a year. Never been much of a pork lover, but if you taste my cousin Naaman Rolle's ribs, you'd almost want to slap somebody they are so good. I love shellfish, but only if I don't think about THEIR dietary habits. (UGH!) I could go on and on about my favorite cuisines, but there are so many this blog couldn't contain them.

So, starting today, also the day my 1st book is being released, I will begin the dietary lifestyle of a semi-vegetarian. I have enlisted the aid of a nutritionist and I begin my exercise routine at the nearby fitness center. If you want to post your notes of encouragement or debate, please feel free. I welcome it all. I'm ready to do this. Let's go!
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Semi-vegetarian diets

Semi-vegetarian diets primarily consist of vegetarian foods, though occasional exceptions are made for some non-vegetarian foods, including fish, poultry and red meat. These diets may be followed by those who choose to reduce the amount of animal flesh consumed as a way of transitioning to a vegetarian diet or for health, environmental, or other reasons. The term "semi-vegetarian" is contested by most vegetarian groups, who believe that vegetarianism must exclude all animal flesh.[6] Many individuals describe themselves as "vegetarian" while practicing a semi-vegetarian diet.[13][14] Semi-vegetarian diets include:

* Flexitarianism: A diet that consists primarily of vegetarian food, but includes occasional exceptions such as red meat.
* Pescetarianism: A diet that is mainly vegetarian but also includes fish and sometimes other seafood.
* Pollotarianism: A diet that is mainly vegetarian but also includes poultry.
* Macrobiotic diet: A diet of mostly whole grains and beans. Not all macrobiotics are vegetarians, as some consume fish.

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vegetarianism