It can be easy to think that being a vegetarian means you are naturally going to be healthier than a meat eater but being a vegetarian can hold hidden dangers. Many vegetarian friendly foods that are high in necessary protein such as nuts, eggs, cheese and milk are also high in fat and calories. Remember to chose low fat varieties of dairy products wherever possible. Eat no more than a small handful of nuts each day, nuts are surprisingly high in both fat and calories.
A vegetarian diet can also lead to iron deficiency and anaemia. Eat plenty of leafy green vegetables and fruits such as prunes. A surprising way to get a little bit more iron into your diet is to use iron cooking pots and skillets. Making sure that you get plenty of vitamin C will help your body absorb more iron too.
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