Vegetarian & Weight Loss!
Posted: June 6, 2008 Filed under: Vegetarian | Tags: Health, vegan, Vegetarian, Weight Loss Leave a comment »
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It’s assumed that being vegetarian will have benefits for weight loss, and research does show that! For example, Research has shown people following a typical vegetarian diet consume, on average, around 500 fewer calories daily than their meat-eating counterparts. Interestingly, the research showed that they actually ate more food than non-vegetarians.
The theory behind weight loss is that vegetarians’ diets are comprised mainly of complex carbohydrates. Complex carbohydrates are starchy, fiber-rich foods, and are naturally low in fat – every 3,500 calories cut equals one pound lost.
But, preparation method also effects weight loss. Foods that are boiled, steamed, sauteed contain less fat than if fried, deep fried and that involves a lot of dressing.
No wonder …. that’s why I’m on the way of losing but on the contrary gaining way! Cuz I tend to eat a lot than i did when i was non-vegetarian, I always stir fried stuff and eat late! ahh cautions ladies!!
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