has anyone cut meat out altogether from their diet?

AmandaOc2011
AmandaOc2011 Posts: 27
edited September 28 in Health and Weight Loss
hey people! Over the past few weeks i''ve been eating healthy and exercising alot, but when it comes to food, i cant help but feel sick when i look at meat! is something wrong here? Like for instance tonight i cooked a lovely chicken dinner for my family, but when i sat down to eat it i physically wasnt able to eat it or look at it i had to get a different plate with just veg and some small potatoes.. i know you need meat for certain nutrients but what can i do? I was thinking about protein shakes but i hear they may cause side effects in later life.. ! if any one has any suggestions it would really help. Thank you :)

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  • razzmahtazz
    razzmahtazz Posts: 78 Member
    Welcome to the world of vegetarians! It's great!
  • JennLifts
    JennLifts Posts: 1,913 Member
    there's a ton of vegans and vegetarians out there. meat has protein (basically) and a lot of it... but it depends on your protein goal. if it's <100, you can hit it easily w/o protein shakes. if it's super high you're probably going to need them.
  • doobabe
    doobabe Posts: 436 Member
    Yep when I was 6 years old. I have at least one protein shake daily with no issues. Im still alive and kickin! :o)
  • jencrowley426
    jencrowley426 Posts: 1
    It's ok to cut out meat, just make sure you include other protein rich foods like eggs, legumes, or protein shakes . Good luck!
  • ajbeans
    ajbeans Posts: 2,857 Member
    I'm not vegetarian, but you don't have to drink protein shakes to get what you need. Quinoa is a plant-based complete protein. Beans give you good protein, as do peanuts and nuts. If you can still do fish, that's a great way to get your protein and omega-3's, but if not, you can still get by. Dairy has good protein, and so do eggs. Depending on what you can handle, there are lots of ways to get the nutrients you need without turning to protein shakes and processed soy products.
  • healthysmiles
    healthysmiles Posts: 28 Member
    I cut meat from my diet septem 1st 2010 - April1st 2011.

    It did help a little with weight loss as things like quorn had low fat but make sure you dont eat cloads of carbs! Try to get your proteins in with beans , eggs and protein bars / shakes!
  • lolowink
    lolowink Posts: 18
    Hi! I stopped eating meat about a year ago, and I've never felt better! Plus, I think it really helped me in my weight loss. I get protein from Greek yogurt, peanut butter, eggs, and whey protein supplements. Also, eating a lot of whole grains helps you meet your protein goals for the day. You just have to keep track and make sure you are getting enough; otherwise you will feel lethargic and may get sick easier.
  • Serithin
    Serithin Posts: 9
    It depends on your blood type and what type of person you are. An O+ hunter gatherer will thrive off of red meat and animal proteins wile other blood types can be vegans. I strongly suggest keeping meats in your diet if you are O+ but listen to your body. If you don't crave meat then don't eat it.
  • CraftyGirl4
    CraftyGirl4 Posts: 571 Member
    Ah, welcome to the wonderful world of vegetarianism! There is nothing wrong with eating a meat-free diet. The biggest things you have to worry about when you cut out meat is protein and iron. However, both of these things are readily found in vegetarian diets.

    If you decide to go vegan there are a lot of other concerns, but it doesn't sound like you are turning your back on dairy and eggs also.
  • ReneeOfTheFae
    ReneeOfTheFae Posts: 117
    I've been a vegetarian for nearly 14 years. While my change started as an experiment of willpower, I have heard of people suddenly being sickened by the thought of eating meat, so it's not uncommon. I'd say, "Embrace it!" and "Welcome to the fold!" As for protein, lentils, beans and, if you are soy inclined (heehee, see what I did there...:P). Many people don't realize that, unless you're looking to bulk up in muscle, the human body doesn't need nearly so much animal protein as we have come to consume. Another reason to give up meat, aside from diet: the meat industry is one of the leading causes of greenhouse gas emissions! Save and animal, save the planet! *^_^* I've also read that, unless the wrapper reads "less than 200 calories" and doesn't have a significant amount of sugars (natural or not), protein bars are pretty much candy bars. Whey protein is a nice way to ease into it until you have integrated solid proteins into your meals.
    P.S.: Nuts! Peanuts and Almonds are so good for you, but don't overdo them, as the good fats are still fats. *^_^*
  • AmandaOc2011
    AmandaOc2011 Posts: 27
    yes. it was very quick to happen, i used to eat meat alot but yeah as you said i just turned very quickly! Thank you all for the great tips! Vegetarianism doesn't seem so bad! although i cant stomach eggs, i can do greek yoghurt lentils and nuts! :D ya i think ill stay away from the protein shakes and bars! Again i am so grateful for all your comments/tips! Feel free to add me, more support is more motivation and more motivation means more results ;)!!!
  • LOLmerrill
    LOLmerrill Posts: 43
    It depends on your blood type and what type of person you are. An O+ hunter gatherer will thrive off of red meat and animal proteins wile other blood types can be vegans. I strongly suggest keeping meats in your diet if you are O+ but listen to your body. If you don't crave meat then don't eat it.

    Im O+. Been vegetarian since I was 8 and recently went vegan :)
  • rileysowner
    rileysowner Posts: 8,331 Member
    Protein shakes will not hurt you. People have been eating them for years with no negative effects. I ate a bunch of them 30 years ago when I was big into body building, and I know people who ate them long before that and are still healthy. It is much more harmful to eat too much of pretty much anything so you are taking in more calories than you are burning.

    As to the meat thing, I can't identify, but there are many vegetarians and vegans here. As long as they don't stop me from eating my meat, all power to them, and you if you don't want to eat meat.
  • Niveous
    Niveous Posts: 294 Member
    There are so many ways for you to get the protein and nutrients that you need that are not meat dependent. Quinoa, beans, lentils, legumes, tofu, soy, tempeh, seitan, nuts, seeds, and of course dairy products if you choose to include those as well (milk, greek yogurt, cheese) - and those are just to name a few! There are a lot of options out there for you to choose from and hopefully you'll find whatever works best for you individually.
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