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Vegetarian Defined
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Am I a Vegetarian Fraud?
I have proudly lived the final 17 years as a vegetarian, or so I assumed. There is actually a word for folk like me - pescetarian - however who has ever heard of that? It now seems I may be a faux, solely a pseudo-vegetarian. My spell examine does not even acknowledge the time period. I do consume eggs and dairy (that‘s allowed), but also seafood, particularly fish, shrimp and crab. Well, it appears I did not learn the nice print. In 1994, I stopped eating beef, pork and poultry. That makes me a vegetarian, right?
I was alerted to my false standing once i not too long ago joined a web-based vegetarian message board. As I doctored up my profile and reviewed all the rules and rules, I came throughout a line that really caught my eye. Well, I definitely don’t eat the birds, however what about the fish? Hmmm....the fish. It mentioned that if I ate fish and poultry, I wasn’t actually a vegetarian and shouldn’t be on this site except I was trying to repent - I’m paraphrasing a bit of right here.
My Dock
Can Vegetarians Eat Seafood?
Now, the guys over on the Vegetable Forum will actually black-ball me for this one. I admit that I do feel the stab of hypocrisy once i kill the crustaceans with an ice decide. I cook them up with Old Bay seasoning, pick the meat and eat them, typically with heat butter. I additionally throw the cast internet into the salty water for shrimp, pop the heads off with my fingers, and keep the stays on ice. I catch, kill and clear blue crabs in the summer time. Okay, now I’m a mass assassin. I stay on the coast and have a dock on a deep-water creek in my yard. I haven’t fished since I was a toddler, however I do occasionally get pleasure from a nicely ready tuna or grouper out at one in every of Charleston’s wonderful eating places.
I've loved my life as a “vegetarian” and it has become a part of who I am and how others see me. My kids accept me and understand why I won’t taste their chicken nuggets. I all the time order the Vegetarian Letter B meal at Mexican eating places. Every year for Christmas, I get at the very least one new vegetarian cookbook. (Everyone else will get a numbered meal.) My quite a few relations serve special meatless entrees at vacation gatherings only for me.
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Living as a Vegetarian
Living as a vegetarian also comes with a value, a value I've paid - for shut to two a long time. (Now he’s another story.) I put up with the random not-so-polite inquiries about my meals aversions. I've usually gone hungry at dinner parties or receptions. I usually fix three meals for supper - meatless for me, meat and potatoes for Dad and Sissy, and kid-friendly for the choosy eater. After which restaurant menus could be so limiting to the protein-challenged. And it is such a challenge to get the protein in my food regimen - properly, there may be at all times the fish, right?
So, why don’t I just take the plunge and reduce out the sea-fare? It's simply a part of residing the place I do - shrimp and grits are a staple in Charleston, South Carolina. I'm additionally lazy. There, I said it - I might quit fish for a private chef in a quick minute. I'd most likely commit to a vegan diet if someone prepared all my meals for me. It is vitally time-consuming to read all the labels and add up the protein to ensure it’s sufficient. Initially, I really like seafood. (Spell verify again- seafare should not be an actual phrase. Add hyphen - that always works.) There are several causes.
I'm at present unclear of my status as a vegetarian. My feelings are a little hurt that I just don’t fairly slot in. Maybe a member in good standing will learn this article and report me. I really don’t wish to be thought of a wannabe or groupie. But, I additionally don’t hear myself saying, “No, I’m actually a pescetarian, not a vegetarian.” It looks like splitting hairs. Isn’t vegetarianism like a big umbrella for all of us meat-avoiding folks? For now, when questioned, I may simply must say, “Yes, I'm a vegetarian, most of the time.” I'm uncertain of my status on the vegetarian forum I just joined.
Special Thanks
A special due to my new Hub good friend and fellow pescetarian, Marlena, for helping me stumble onto this matter.
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Thanks, Faceless!
Yes, absolutely. Health causes are very totally different from the other causes (ethical.) Somewhere in there mine have completely blended collectively lol. I say, to every his/her personal, dwell and let live. Everyone knows consuming fish (sans mercury) is healthy brain food. All the perfect--and you know what? Thanks for an attention-grabbing article. Who cares what you're labeled? :)
Thank you to your sincere remark, Faceless39! I feel I see a more informal angle from vegetarians who abstain from meat more for well being causes than for the ethical situation. And that makes sense - well being reasons are personal, ethical causes extend outward. Take care. It has been an interesting matter to explore.
Eight years ago from The North Woods, USA
Voted up and helpful. I've been a vegetarian for 15 years, and no, it isn't splitting hairs. The point of vegetarianism, in all honesty, is to eliminate killing individuals/souls/animals for our lusts and our greed. In due respect, it's not splitting hairs, and you are not a vegetarian, but a pescatarian.
It reminds me of a "vegan" pal who ate honey: not a vegan. Vegan = no animal products or byproducts.
That stated, you are a pescatarian, and that's something to be proud of. :) Truly no offense intended, and I'm glad you abstain from among the animals. Yes, fish are animals..
Thanks, bayoulady! Yes, I could not consider it when my friend was scanning the elements on just a little Jello box. I like your pun!
bayoulady
8 years in the past from Northern Louisiana,USA
LOVE YOUR Topic! I had no idea that gelatinous foods were a no-no.I guess one needs to read the labels for the whole lot.You certainly have provided food for thought.(No pun supposed!)Congrats on your nomination.
ripplemaker - I had not heard of "veganish" and can add it to my vocabulary!
chamilj - you are proper, it is hard to keep away from all of it. I admit I do not strive that arduous typically. I eat the cream of broccoli soup, although I understand it should be made with hen bouillion.
chamilj
eight years ago from Sri Lanka
It is vitally laborious to be a pure Vegetarian however you are free to be selective.
Michelle Simtoco
8 years ago from Cebu, Philippines
Sooner or later final 12 months, I also declared I wished to be a vegan after which it turned out I couldn't do it on a regular basis as I used to be surrounded by folks in the home eating meat and dairy and all. LOL Congratulations in your Hubnuggets nomination. To learn and vote, this fashion https://pattyinglishms.hubpages.com/hubnuggets6/hu... After which in Oprah's present, the word veganish came in....heheheh I'm that I suppose.
Thanks, frugalfamily and Alecia. haha Yes, I love living on the coast and cannot think about myself anyplace else. I do not think I might ever make it to utterly vegan, so yeah, they would kick me off their forum as effectively!
Alecia Murphy
eight years in the past from Wilmington, North Carolina
This is a very interesting hub. But I can perceive your viewpoint, eating much less meat is nice for you. Good luck and i very much loved reading this hub! I can relate to being on the coast since I dwell in NC and love seafood as well however I'm not a vegetarian. I've thought about it, but I am unable to get myself enthusiastic about not having fun with a fantastic burger or piece of bacon once in a while.
Brenda Trott, M.Ed
eight years in the past from Houston, TX
Welcome to Hubpages, I've loved studying by means of your hubs. Should you suppose they are troublesome try studying something on a vegan forum...wow! To each his or her own..and how wonderful that you reside so near a scrumptious food provide! I'm sorry these forumers tried to steal away your identity.
Thanks, Debby! I didn't want to toot my very own horn, however since cardelean mentioned it.........
Well, what have you learnt! A Hubnugget nomination. Congrats to you!
Thanks, cardelean. I am excited in regards to the Hubnugget nomination for this article!
Thanks on your comments, too, ruchi and Debby. A lot of people agree that you eat what you eat for your personal reasons and be comfortable. To every his personal!
I mostly was poking just a little enjoyable at myself and on the vegetarian discussion board that was so exclusive in it's guidelines, and even at the world basically for being so preoccupied with labels.
Debby Bruck
Dear Chaplin ~ Maybe we shouldn't worry a lot about labels. Are you wanting to fit into a bunch? What's the explanation you want to to consider yourself a vegetarian? You've got the Hubpages neighborhood proper here, and that i bet an excellent number of us eat largely vegetarian, maybe some eggs, dairy and fish, too. What does that imply to you?
Are you consuming this manner to your health or for philosophical causes? It's all a matter of self notion, intents, objectives and needs. I'm certain you don't need to feel responsible, think yourself a fraud or any such factor. Blessings, Debby
Ruchi Urvashi
8 years in the past from Singapore
Great article. I'm a vegetarian and I don't eat fish. Yes, it is a private choice and every of us must resolve it.
cardelean
8 years ago from Michigan
Great hub and i agree, eat what fits your wants and overlook the remaining. Congrats on your nomination and welcome to Hubpages! I attempt restrict my meat intake nevertheless it would not at all times happen. Although I think that like Deborah, I'm a flexitarian.
Apryl, are you able to get frozen fruits and veggies? Love frozen spinach too. I do know, undoubtedly not the identical, however I purchase frozen fruits for smoothies loads.
Marlena, I admit I'm spoiled right here in SC, not solely by the warm weather, but my city has grocery stores on every corner. I purchase a bunch when it goes on sale. Morningstar has gotten so costly.
You recognize, I did see some form of mail order deal for a big box of organic vegetables. Probably fairly dear, though, I think about.
Apryl, I see you reside in Nebraska and i can sympathize with you about not all the time having one of the best fruits and vegetables year-spherical. It's unfortunate to know that people can't apply their beliefs simply because of location. But they're larger priced than greater cities the place entry is considerable. I reside in a small city and have to drive a minimum of 40 minutes to get Morningstar or Boca products, so my freezer is usually full of them. It is tough sufficient for me to find vegetarian alternate options (I dwell in Wisconsin).
Apryl Schwarz
8 years ago from Nebraska
Very attention-grabbing hub! I agree with what most individuals have been saying, that you are nonetheless a vegetarian even if some forum desires to be picky about the definition. I have a love/hate relationship with meat. I would survive primarily on bread, onions, and potatoes, which would not final very lengthy. I do attempt to buy natural/free-range every time potential which helps me to feel a little less responsible when eating meat. I could most likely do without it (except for occasional bacon), besides we reside in an area that makes it arduous to get fruits and vegetables on a regular basis.
Marlena, sure, you pay more for healthier. Some debate going on about that on my couponing Hub yesterday - onerous to find coupons on healthier foods, but can be carried out. Kashi has coupons for those granola bars!
Yes, marshmallows are made of gelatin, and for reasons unbeknownst to me, shredded wheat cereal additionally incorporates gelatin. I see the store brand granola bars and assume that they're cheaper, however then I realize that it is because they use artificial elements. Conundrums... My newest battle has been value. I know what you mean though...sometimes, I would reasonably not know because you do think you might be eating healthy. The more expensive ones are all natural. Later on, you discover out that there are unusual issues in your food.
Sometimes I do not even want to ask about the details, however tell me, is the gelatin within the marshmallows, too? And what's within the shredded wheat?? Just when I thought I used to be consuming so healthy.....
Yes, every little bit helps!
Chaplin, Yes, there may be one thing in the gelatin. So there are ways round it, if anyone is curious to know. Gelatin is definitely made by boiling tendons (usually from pigs) and then amassing the "melted" liquid and making it into gelatin. Every little bit helps, right? Really, the only thing I'm denying myself then is Jell-O and marshmallows. Oh, and shredded wheat cereal. I used to eat Jell-O, however stopped after hearing that. But I believe there are so many variations of vegetarianism that it comes right down to the old saying "to each their very own." Even in case you say you're a vegetarian who eats every little thing but crimson meat, you might be saving the lives of cows and steers and helping the surroundings. But they do make vegan marshmallows and fruit pectin is a wonderful different to gelatin.
It is great to know that I'm not alone! I really feel somewhat un-authentic when my vegan pal is reading the Jello lable to see if there are minuscule animals bones in it. Really - something in the gelatin, I hear.
AnesaK
8 years ago from USA
Ditto...we're not alone :)!
Barry Rutherford
8 years in the past from Queensland Australia
I'm a vegetarian fraud too!
mljdgulley354
Very informative hub. I'm afraid I'm a seafood lover. I never acquired into simply vegetables for a food plan. But for these which have, I consider you will have just as a lot proper to not as anyone else has to do. Thanks for sharing this information
Point properly-taken, RTalloni. Yes, we also need to weed via all the processed rubbish on the grocery shelves right this moment. Knowledge is power.
RTalloni
Neat hub that has generated attention-grabbing comments--Imogene French's rules thus far. :)
Do make sure that your consuming meets the wants of your health. Our our bodies were designed to function finest with a stability of foods. Mankind has allowed society's behavior to develop some bad habits in producing meals, but that does not imply that we as people can't take care and promote higher societal habits for producing food.
Good points and advice from JW and pj, -thanks. I'm enjoying reading these comments, in addition to those on my Top 10 checklist Hub about this subject, as a result of there are so many various viewpoints and philosophies about vegetarianism, not to say all the totally different names for precisely what one does or would not eat.
pjpitts
8 years in the past from United States
I think that you are a vegetarian who eats seafood. ! I say do what is true for yourself! I don't eat meat as a result of I could not kill my animal pals for meals, that is how I really feel. I know different vegetarians who often eat fish or even beef. Other folks who are vegan do not eat any animal merchandise in any respect, not even honey. I have been a vegetarian who eats dairy and eggs for over 21 years.
I feel there are so much of people who would match in the "selective vegetarian" category! They'd most likely be healthier for doing so, even sporadically, and every single day they are not eating meat is another day they are not contributing to the abuses of manufacturing unit farming. I've really seen it advised on a vegetarian web site that anyone who cannot go all the way into the vegetarian way of life should attempt consuming vegetarian for one, two or three days a week.
I have never seen it, Chaplin. I'll test it out. Thanks.
Marlena Oechsner
8 years in the past from Wisconsin
Chaplin, Thanks for this amazing hub and the particular thanks! That made me chuckle too. Thanks once more...I enormously enjoy studying other folks's ideas on this subject as effectively. I too have began wondering if I must appropriate people when they ask if I'm a vegetarian and as an alternative say, "No, I am a pescetarian." You might be so right about autocorrect not even locating the word!
Awesome advice Imogen! I try to find the humor in it all, too. The number of names alone is pretty funny.
Imogen French
8 years in the past from Southwest England
I feel folks get too hung up on the title - you need to eat no matter fits you and fits in with your personal beliefs, whether it contains meat, fish, dairy or none of the above, and don't be concerned about what you name yourself!
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Sarah Johnson
8 years in the past from Charleston, South Carolina
Thank you for the feedback, JW, Iford, and DN! DN, your love of bacon makes me think of Adam on the present Man vs. One good friend is vegan, however eats turkey on Thanksgiving. We may have so as to add "selective vegetarian" to the listing! Food - have you seen it? I've heard of so many alternative variations of "vegetarians".
8 years ago from Iowa
I do eat meat, however my food plan is essentially vegetable-primarily based, so I suppose that makes me a "flexitarian" in keeping with my current studying. I've a weakness for bacon, however despite my best efforts, the bacotarian movement really hasn't taken off. : )
lford13
eight years in the past from macclesfield
yeh its well known that vegetarians eat no flesh fairly it be livestock, poultry, fish or shellfish however I suppose it will probably range in what you see as vegetarian. dairy products. I feel it could do together with your private views on what you see as vegetarian and never vegetarian, when you have simply gone that manner in life with out actually excited about it or you do numerous analysis and reading about vegetarianism and vegans. For instance my mum thought that vegetarian was the place you eat no meat however you'll be able to eat poultry, fish and of course..
Jaye Denman
eight years ago from Deep South, USA
You still qualify, ChaplinSpeaks, since you might be a specific kind of vegetarian. It was actually difficult for me to begin consuming fish after so long, and that i eat only sure varieties in restricted quantities so I now not feel as responsible about it. I've been a strict vegan, additionally a vegetarian. Now, because of advancing age, health points and the advice of my physician, I now devour fish and fresh (local) eggs from range-free hens. This makes me an "ovo-pescetarian." I do not contribute to the cruelty and eco-hazards of factory farming, so nonetheless imagine that my life-style is useful, both to me personally, to animals and the surroundings. JAYE
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