Why be a pescetarian?

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In a pescetarian diet, you are able to consume all essential amino acids, which are found in a variety of foods, while still reducing the levels of saturated fat. A pescetarian diet consists of fish and seafood and everything that a vegetarian would eat. Fish and seafood contain high-quality proteins, iron, very low levels of saturated fats, and essential Omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3 fatty acids is highly polyunsaturated and is mainly found in higher fat and cold water fishes like salmon, mackerel, and herring. Diets that contain high amounts of omega-3 fatty acids will help lower levels of LDL cholesterol and triglycerides, which is a storage for of lipids. Everything a teen needs in a healthy lifestyle is found in a pescetarian diet so why consume excess amounts of fat when you can live a lean lifestyle that will benefit you in the future.


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By May Chan