Vegetarian Diets

It is estimated that there are around three million vegetarians in the United Kingdom: people who have chosen to exclude meat from their diet for religious, ethical, environmental or animal welfare reasons, or simply as a personal preference. But what are the health and nutritional implications of a meat-free diet? Are vegetarian and vegan diets suitable for young people? And can reducing meat intake really slow the rate of global climate change? Vegetarian Diets looks at the debate surrounding these issues. The information comes from a wide range of sources and includes government reports and statistics, newspaper articles, features, magazine articles and surveys, literature from lobby groups and charitable organisations.