People choose to exclude meat and other animal products from their diets for a variety of reasons. Read some of the reasons people become vegetarians here.

Sep 10, 2009 - Cynthia Jones-Shoeman

A balanced diet that includes plenty of fruits and vegetables is important and many people are considering vegetarianism for good health and weight loss.

Sep 19, 2010 - Harmonie Holmes

Vegetarianism is getting popular because it's healthy for people and for the planet. Here's how to transition to a vegetarian diet.

Mar 23, 2010 - Karen Sheviak

Could GM crops in Britain be the answer to raising food production and ensuring future generations eat?

Aug 12, 2009 - Rebecca Campbell

Factory farming produces meat, milk, and eggs as quickly and cheaply as possible in the smallest amount of space and money possible.

Mar 19, 2010 - Miki Garcia

If you're thinking about becoming vegetarian or vegan - whether for one day, one meal, or forever - the first step is often the hardest.

Mar 17, 2007 - Jill Harris

The vegan or vegetarian diet drastically reduces risk for diabetes, obesity, heart disease, stroke, and many cancers, and also has incredible environmental benefits.

Mar 22, 2010 - Josefine Cole

Adopting a vegetarian diet can be the start of a route to good health. Learn what to eat and what to avoid as part of a nutritious, healthy vegetarian diet.

Jul 9, 2010 - Hannah McLoughlin

Take action to prevent environmental decline, habitat loss, and global warming by eating low on the food chain.

Dec 3, 2008 - Sara E. Lewis

When a lifetime meat eater becomes vegetarian, it's hard at first to feel content with the meal. Here are some suggestions for a well-balanced, filling, satisfying meal.

Jan 19, 2010 - Cynthia Jones-Shoeman

If you are new to the vegetarian diet, there are plenty of resources both online and in books to help you learn more about what to cook and eat.

Sep 30, 2010 - Summer Klein

Studies that insist dairy products, rather than fruits and vegetables, are the best source of calcium could be spoon-fed lies created by the dairy industry.

Mar 21, 2011 - December Fields

The right partner, the right time, the right place to raise children and financial security can help ease future parenting problems.

Jan 27, 2009 - Wei Yin Wong

Contrary to popular belief, metabolism doesn't naturally decrease greatly with age. Instead, metabolism decreases mainly due to a loss of muscle mass from inactivity.

Dec 8, 2009 - Lavinia Rodriguez

In a culture that seems to put girls down at every turn, how can we help girls stay confident and strong?

Mar 6, 2007 - Susan Carney

Organic products, produce, and plants are sought after, so to be sure purchases are truly organic learn whether they are adjective or certified organics.

Aug 8, 2010 - Kara Smith

People have sought psychics to predict their future, but the truth is, psychics are as deceived as the people they deceive. Neither one hears the absolute truth.

Jul 25, 2007 - Mary J. Maciejewski

Varicose veins are a common problem and the myriad of treatments promising a miracle cure is baffling. Read simple explanations of causes, symptoms and treaments.

May 4, 2008 - Victoria Atkinson

Honey allergies are very common, but there are many misconceptions in how to treat those with the allergy.

Apr 2, 2010 - Karen Jones

Energy drinks have become increasingly popular, but recent studies have shown that they can be detrimental to your health.

Sep 27, 2008 - Michelle Lee Lutz