In this new series on Vegetarianism. I will educate myself and you all about - What is vegetarianism? What is its origin? Why choose this practice? And how beneficial it is for you.

My point here is not only the advocacy of this practice but giving insights of vegetarianism through the knowledge of Rajyog spirituality. 

Vegetarian diets had a few controversies in the past that they are low in essential nutrients, such as protein, calcium, vitamin B-12, iron, zinc and iodine. This may lead to poor health and nutritional deficiencies.

However, the information below will give a better idea of the nutritional sources of vegetarian diets. This is a compilation of various nutritional studies.