veg·e·tar·i·an n (plural veg·e·tar·i·ans) somebody not eating meat or fish: somebody who does not eat meat or fish but instead eats vegetables, fruits, grains, seeds, and sometimes eggs and dairy products

veg·an (plural veg·ans) n person who never eats animal products: somebody who does not eat animal products for moral, social, or religious motives.

o·vo·lac·to·veg·e·tar·i·an (plural o·vo·lac·to·veg·e·tar·i·ans) n vegetarian eating eggs and dairy products: a vegetarian who eats eggs and dairy products, but no products that involve the killing of animals. See also vegan n.

cturtle, I thought this would help you when referring to your personal dietary habits - everybody can make their own personal choices; that's what I love about America. I just can't imagine a young person wanting to go without eating ice cream and pizza (unless it's a cheese-less pizza - YUK!) If you're really going to get into the vegan lifestyle, I would recommend the study of proteins from plant sources, because at your age, you really need a lot of protein for the development of your mind and body. Please talk to your pediatrician about your dietary choice. Are your parents aware of your decision not to eat animal products?

I was not aware that the animals used in the making of fur coats were native to the rainforest. Mink, nutria, beaver, sable, fox etc. - I thought they were raised on ranches. I don't wear fur because it's not really in style anymore, and on a person my size and height it makes me look like a woolly mammoth. As far as meat - I LOVE IT!! And since I'm from Wisconsin, gotta have the cheese - can't live without cheese! Everytime I drive by a field with cows in it (every couple miles around here), I thank them for their delicious milk, butter, ice cream, cheese, sour cream, yogurt, tenderloins...... - mmmmmm, I gotta go eat lunch