Vegetarian Diet: High Protein Plans & Weight Loss Tips

Vegetarians often need protein substitutes like paneer or quinoa to support intense activities like running. Learn why some gain weight on a meatless diet and how to ensure you're getting enough B12 for energy and muscle health.

What Is a List of Foods Vegetarians Cannot Eat?

Published Oct,29 2018 | By Lisa Maloney

Diet restrictions for vegetarians depend on several factors, including the type of vegetarian diet you follow. Semi-vegetarians sometimes eat chicken and fish, while lacto-vegetarians, lacto-ovovegetarians and strict vegetarians eliminate all meat, fish and poultry, according to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

Lisa is a retired personal trainer with more than 4,000 hours of hands-on experience working with a variety of clients, from sports teams to weight loss and post-rehab populations. She's also a professional writer. Published credits in the health field include Feel Rich, SheKnows, Precor.com, and the East Coast magazine Breathe.