Semi-vegetarianism facts for kids

Semi-vegetarianism is a way of eating. It means you choose to eat some types of meat, but not others. People who are semi-vegetarians usually eat seafood or poultry, or both. However, they do not eat red meat, like beef or lamb.

Sometimes, people who eat red meat only very rarely are called flexitarians. This word means they are flexible with their diet.

What is Semi-Vegetarianism?

Semi-vegetarianism is a diet that includes some animal products. It is different from being a full vegetarian. A vegetarian does not eat any meat, poultry, or fish. Semi-vegetarians make specific choices about what animal foods they include.

Different Types of Semi-Vegetarians

There are a few main types of semi-vegetarian diets. Each type has its own rules about what foods are eaten.

Pescetarians: Fish Lovers

A pescetarian is a person who eats fish and other seafood. This includes things like shrimp, crab, and mussels. Pescetarians do not eat poultry, such as chicken or turkey. They also do not eat red meat.

Pollotarians: Chicken Eaters

A pollotarian is someone who eats chicken and other poultry. They do not eat red meat. They also do not eat seafood or fish.

Pollo-Pescetarians: Both Fish and Chicken

Pollo-pescetarians eat both seafood and poultry. This means they can eat fish, shrimp, and chicken. The one type of meat they avoid is red meat.

Why Choose a Semi-Vegetarian Diet?

People often choose a semi-vegetarian diet for health reasons. Eating less red meat can be good for your body. It may help to avoid certain health problems. These can include heart disease, diabetes, and strokes. Some people also choose these diets for environmental reasons.

Images for kids

• 

  The amount of globally needed agricultural land would be reduced by almost half if no beef or mutton would be eaten.

See also

In Spanish: Flexitarianismo para niños