Becoming A Flexitarian

Being a flexitarian is a more flexible, more realistic way to be a vegetarian. The reality is that even vegetarians can't eat tofu, soy and veggies 100% of the time. Studies have shown that nearly two out of three vegetarians can't do it full time.

Researchers at Cornell University claim that a diet that contains a small amount of meat and dairy actually can be more efficient than a straight vegetarian diet. Vegetarian crops require higher quality land than the pasture land that animals need. The researchers suggest an annual meat and egg intake that averages out to approximately two cooked ounces per day.

So, go ahead and treat yourself to the occasional steak, burger, or sausage.