The Vegetarian Times Study reported that 7.3 million Americans are vegetarian and an additional 22.8 million Americans follow a vegetarian inclined diet.(1) The vegetarian diet has been continually growing in popularity.Vegetarians have a lower risk of developing heart disease, colorectal, ovarian and breast cancers, diabetes, obesity and hypertension.The diet is typically low in fat and high in fiber, though it is possible to eat excessive amounts of fatty and fried foods on the vegetarian diet.(2)…
Taco Bell now offers an AVA certified vegetarian and vegan menu
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