Suhyun: "I've never eaten meat in my life"... Even in the new year, full of vegetables, what's the reason?

You. You've never eaten meat in your life?? 😨😨

I can't stand the smell of that meat grilling, haha.

I like vegetables, but I really love meat.

 

Pesco-vegetarian (Pesco-vegetarian) = Does not eat meat such as beef, pork, or chicken. However, consumes fish, animal eggs, and dairy products. Not an extreme vegetarian who avoids all animal-based foods.

 

Ms. Suhyeon says she is a pescatarian, so she doesn't eat meat but does consume fish, dairy products, and eggs.

If you don't eat meat, you may easily become deficient in iron.

A diet that is too meat-centric is also harmful, so when you eat meat, make sure to eat it together with vegetables thoroughly.

People who regularly consume fish 3 to 4 times a week are said to have a lower risk of developing chronic kidney disease.

Eat a lot of fish too~

 

 

 

Recently, Suhyeon posted several photos on her social media with the phrase "2025." The 공개된 사진 (public photos) included a New Year's celebration cake and a plate filled with various vegetables such as spinach, eggplant, and broccoli. Earlier, Suhyeon confessed that she had never tried eating meat and identified herself as a pescatarian (Pesco-vegetarian).

 

What are the health benefits of being a pescatarian?

Pesco-vegetarians do not eat meat such as beef, pork, or chicken, as Suhyun mentioned. However, they do consume fish, animal eggs, and dairy products. Since they are not extreme vegetarians who avoid all animal products, it is unlikely that they lack protein and calcium.

When specifically examining the health benefits, fish is a high-protein food that is also rich in omega-3 DHA and EPA. It provides high-quality protein while reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases. Higher blood levels of omega-3 are also beneficial for kidney health. According to a study published in the European Journal of Nutrition, people who regularly consumed fish 3 to 4 times a week had a lower risk of developing chronic kidney disease.

 

A diet avoiding meat can lead to iron deficiency.

However, pescatarian vegetarians are prone to iron deficiency. Among the foods they eat, green vegetables are rich in iron. When iron is consumed from plant-based foods, its absorption rate in the body is lower than that from animal-based foods such as meat. Iron deficiency can easily cause fatigue. Anemia symptoms may also appear.

To increase iron absorption rate, it is beneficial to actively incorporate plant-based foods into your diet. Strawberries, oranges, tangerines, peppers, and lettuce, which are rich in vitamin C and citric acid, help enhance iron absorption. Consuming iron supplements as health functional foods can also be helpful.

 

Lacto-ovo vegetarians are at risk of deficiencies such as vitamin B12... prioritize considering overall health status

In addition to pescatarian vegetarians, there are various types of vegetarian diets. Lacto-ovo vegetarians do not eat meat and seafood but do consume dairy products and eggs. They are at risk of deficiencies in nutrients abundant in meat, such as protein, vitamin B12, zinc, and omega-3 fatty acids found in fish. Vegans, who do not consume any meat, dairy, or eggs, are at a higher risk of deficiencies in protein, iron, omega-3, calcium, vitamin D, and vitamin B12.

Therefore, even when attempting a vegetarian diet, prioritizing individual health conditions is essential. People with low blood pressure or a history of anemia should not blindly practice vegetarianism, as their symptoms may worsen. Those with low bone density who follow a plant-based diet face higher risks of osteoporosis and other related issues.

 

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