It is important that you get a balanced diet. Meat provides some essential vitamins so it is important to eat things that provide those essential nutrients. I belong to the SDA church who are mostly vegetarian, vegan--and some do not eat anything cooked. Some are lacto-ovo and do not eat any dairy products or any other animal byproducts.

Going vegetarian is a major decision. I went vegetarian when my six children were growing up and they all loved it!

One thing is certain. You will live healthier and longer. Seventh Day Adventists are some of the longest living people on the planet. Studies have shown that their lifestyle promotes not just long life--but a HEALTHY long life. I have personally known many who look better in their 90s than many I know in their 60s.

There is a wealth of info on the net.