Right now, and for some time I am definitely not a foody Perhaps, for health changes I will need another 12 year plan When I'm your age or tomorrow to get there, but for now It's something to either 1. get out of the way 2. enjoy with friends 3. make me functional (see 1.) [True, sitting down to a plate of pasta with JS could be sublime surreality ;]
More studies and guidance from the establishment hot of the press:
The NHS's the Eatwell Guide sets out the balance of foods you need, whatever kind of diet you eat:
Eat at least five portions of fruit and vegetables a day Base meals around higher-fibre starchy foods such as potatoes, bread, rice or pasta Don't forget protein - from lean meat, fish, seafood, pulses, tofu or unsalted nuts Include dairy or dairy alternatives Foods high in fat, sugars or salt should be eaten less often and in small amounts But people on vegan and vegetarian diets also need to take particular care to consume enough of some specific nutrients.
For example, people who eat meat, dairy and fish usually have enough vitamin B12, needed for healthy blood and nervous systems.
However, vegans can become deficient, though B12 is also present in foods such as fortified breakfast cereals and yeast extract spreads.
Iron is also less easily absorbed from plant-based foods, so those who choose not to eat meat need to ensure they include foods such as wholemeal bread and flour, dried fruits and pulses.
And there was a call last month for vegans to be aware of the need to ensure they were consuming enough of another nutrient, called choline, important for brain health.
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