Ovo-Vegetarianism: A Review of the Scientific Evidence
Ovo-vegetarianism is a branch of vegetarianism. Vegetarians follow a predominantly plant-based diet, abundant in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes and nuts; and do not allow the intake of animal-origin foods. Ovo-vegetarians – on the other hand – are vegetarians who allow the consumption of eggs in their diet. Eggs are an affordable, highly nutritious food source, containing a high source of digestible protein, and the essential micronutrients vitamin A,…