Athletes go Vegetarian

Who knew that some of the best and most popular athletes in the world are vegetarian! I bet you could of never guessed that. With a little research and some surprises here is what was found:

-Carmelo Anthony (New York Knicks)
-Mike Tyson (Legendary Boxer)
-Robert Parish (Boston Celtics)
-Ricky Williams (Miami Dolphins)
-Tony Gonzalez (Atlanta Falcon)
-Prince Fielder (Detroit Tigers)
-Carl Lewis (Olympic Track Star)
-Joe Namath (New York Jets)
-Hank Aaron (Legendary Baseball)
-Billie Jean King (Tennis Star)
-Desmond Howard (Green Bay Packers)
-Tony La Russa (St. Louis Cardinals Manager)
-Dave Scott (Iron Man Champion)
-Mac Danzig (UFC Fighter)

After looking at the list you would think that there would be more females then males but there is only ONE female on the whole list. Maybe that is something to think about?


Sources:
-http://www.huffingtonpost.com/the-daily-meal/10-vegetarian-athletes_b_862738.html#s279688&title=Ricky_Williams_Running
-http://sports.espn.go.com/espn/page2/story?page=keri/080616

What type is the best?

Now there are different types of vegetarians out there. Some people say they are not "true" vegetarians, other do not have an opinion. Which every you choose make it so you can stick to it.
I choose to be Pescetarian, meaning I eat a plant diet with dairy, eggs and seafood, for two reasons:
1) I love sushi and I eat it about 4 times a week
2) I decided fish was my protein since I am not a fan of nuts

The other types of vegetarianism are:

• Lacto-ovo vegetarian: includes dairy, eggs and honey
• Lacto vegetarian: includes dairy products but no eggs
• Ovo vegetarian: includes eggs but no dairy
• Vegan: excludes all animal flesh and animal products including dairy, eggs and honey. This could include and products or clothing that are tested on or made with animals as well.
• Fruitarian: includes only fruits, nuts, seeds and other plants that one can get without harming the plant
• Macrobiotic diets: mostly whole grains and beans
• Pollotarian: includes poultry along with the vegetarian diet

It is up to you which you choose to do. Just be aware that not eating red meat or any meat at all can make you not get enough vitamins into your body. 

Vegetarian Recipes

   
Homemade Tomato Soup:
-One 6oz can tomato paste
-12oz water
-1 dollop of sour cream
-Generous splash of red wine
-Salt and Pepper
-2 chopped grape tomatoes
-Thyme or sage and garlic
Cook in a medium sauce pot until hot and smash the tomatoes

Vegetarian Nachos:
-Blue corn chips or organic corn chips
-Sliced olives
-Kidney beans (or your favorite bean)
-Sliced jalapenos
-Cheddar cheese
-Add any other vegetables that you want
Put in the microwave for about a minute then enjoy with some salsa!

PB & Fruit Sandwich
-2 pieces of whole grain bread
-Sliced bananas (could also use green apples. peaches, kiwis)
-Peanut butter
Spread peanut butter on the bread then lay the sliced fruit on top. Cover, cut in half and enjoy

These are a few recipes that I found.
http://webecoist.momtastic.com/2008/10/28/14-quick-vegetarian-recipes-for-the-hopeless-cook/
If you want more to make click the website above and you find many more recipes.