Bitten salad dressing at the InStyle Summer Social on July 24, 2019 in New York City.
Many types of diets are taking over the online world because of their progress on their social media. Thus, more and more people are getting interested in trying different diet trends such as vegan, keto, and vegetarian lifestyles without knowing the possible side effects these trends may harbor in their bodies.
You might be hearing that losing weight may be the best gift you may give your body. That may be true but knowing the side effects of a diet you will dive into is a responsible move as an individual. If you're thinking of losing weight and undergoing a vegetarian diet, here are things you need to know that might happen to your body.
Vitamin Deficiency
When you go vegetarian, you will technically eat vegetables that will give you different plant-based nutrients. However, Life Sum notes that when you leave seafood, meat, and dairy products out of your table as you eat, some vitamins like B12, Iodine, and Zinc are hard to be consumed because not all of the vegetables have these nutrients in them.
Because of this, you might have a nutrient deficiency that will impact your body in the long run. Life Sum adds that when this happens, you may suffer from different conditions worst is neurological damage.
Depression and Anxiety
Mental health is important to taken care of, especially in these trying times where many things can trigger anxiety and depression. But did you know that these two are connected to a vegetarian lifestyle?
Times of India references a study suggesting that people who do not eat meat have a significantly higher rate of depression, anxiety, and self-harm. Meanwhile, Life Sum also mentions a study that vegetarians are 18 percent more likely to suffer from depression and 28 percent more prone to anxiety attacks.
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Social Awkwardness
When you go to a gathering with your friends, and you might be the only one who is vegetarian, chances are, at some point, you will be the topic in the circle. Life Sum shares that what makes them awkward is trying to find a menu item that suits their lifestyle, and jokes from their friends make them socially awkward and sometimes avoid these types of gatherings.
Heavy Gas
According to Everyday Health, a high-fiber vegetarian diet will cause gas, especially if it is your first time switching to the diet. They add that during this transition, the gut or stomach is trying to colonize the new bacteria needed in the process of digestion. They emphasize that over time, the gas will decrease as the gut adjusts to your new habit.
Sleeplessness
Bustle notes that the first time you switch your diet will make you stay awake because of the new source of energy your body will utilize. They add that eventually, your money's circadian rhythm and the body are just adjusting to the no-meat diet you are diving into.
Being a vegetarian is like using a double-edged sword because it has positive and negative side effects on your body. It is also better to consult a doctor before diving into a diet trend to avoid a greater deal in which the body is concerned.
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