Flexitarian Diet

The Flexitarian Diet, also known as the semi-vegetarian diet, was developed by registered dietitian Dawn Jackson Blatner. It recommends the use of foods of plant origin while allowing moderate intake of meat and other animal products. Whole grains, plant-based proteins, eggs, nuts and healthy plant-based fats are recommended for those on a diet.

A 2021 study in the journal Appetite classified flexible eating into three categories: climate-appropriate diets (restricting beef and lamb intake); one step for animals (eliminating chicken consumption); and humanitarian reduction (reducing all meat consumption). A flexible day that includes oatmeal with nuts and berries for breakfast, crackers with avocado and fruit for snacks, peanut butter sandwiches for lunch, and fried tofu (or chicken) for dinner. A flexible diet has been linked to weight loss and reduced rates of chronic disease, including improved health such as metabolism, blood pressure and a reduced risk of type 2 diabetes. The Flexitarian Diet is not as rigorous as other vegetarian diets but is still very healthy and has many health benefits, so pay attention to flexibility in food choices to supplement missing nutrients. Incorporate 30 minutes of exercise every day for better results.