A poll in 1989 showed that only 3% of the population were vegetarian, however another poll has more recently found that 12% of the population have ditched meat, which is about 7.6 million adults.
Do you have enough iron in your diet?
Vegetarians and vegans are more present in UK culture than ever before. SPATONE found that people justify this because of the increasing exposure to animal cruelty found on Facebook and in the media or simply because they don't like the texture and taste of meat.
Cutting food groups out of your diet means that you need to be be more vigilant when it comes to vitamins and minerals. A typical vegetarian diet should still contain protein various nutrients, for example, vitamin D, vitamin B12, iron, selenium and omega 3-fatty acids, which can be gained from a healthy balanced variety of foods.
Only 40% of vegetarians are taking something to support their diet. One of the most difficult minerals to absorb is iron as most meat contains a lot more than eggs and vegetables. So it would seem that iron absorption is an issue for vegetarians, which is why supplements are vitally important.
SPATONE natural liquid iron supplement is iron rich water sourced from the Welsh mountains of Snowdonia National Park - which has been scientifically proven to help top up your iron levels whilst causing fewer of the unpleasant side effects often experienced with conventional iron food supplements.
Generally, iron is a very difficult mineral for the body to absorb however, the iron naturally present in SPATONE has been shown to be easily absorbed, with an average of 40% bioavailability, compared to 5- 20% from food and other iron supplements.
Vitamin C in SPATONE APPLE also contributes to the normal functioning of the immune system as well as contributing to a normal energy yielding metabolism and a reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
If you are thinking about taking the plunge and giving up meat, then what better time than during National Vegetarian Week (NVW) on the 18th - 24th May 2015. NVW is the UK's annual awareness-raising campaign promoting inspirational vegetarian food and the benefits of a meat-free lifestyle. Created by the Vegetarian Society and celebrated for over 20 years, the week gives individuals the free promotional tools and inspirational recipes to give vegetarianism a go.
SPATONE is at £8.75 for 28 sachets (4 weeks supply)
SPATONE Apple is priced at £10.55 for 28 sachets (4 weeks supply).
Available from Boots, Holland & Barratt, Tesco and all good independent health food and pharmacy stores.
# It is important to follow a varied and balanced diet and healthy lifestyle. Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a healthy diet.
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