I wnt to be a vegetarian but my mom doesnt want me to be?!
Answers: I want to be vegetarian but my mom doesnt want me to be. Ive researched it and ive told her why i want to but she keeps telling me i cant be. What can do to convince her.
how old are u sweety? i had the same problem, i was about 14 when i wanted to be vegetarian just because i hate animal cruelty and didnt want to eat meat anymore cos i thought it was mean, but my parents wouldnt let me either.I thought they were idiots and had no idea why, but I later found out that when you're young, parents always suspect you do things like this just to lose weight and be skinny like all the celebrities, know what i mean? you know how teenagers go through "im so fat" phases.. yeah well thats what parents think we are all going through so they dont let us be vegetarian cos they dont think its cos we like animals, they think its cos we wana be anorexic. Explain to your mum that you know what she would be thinking, but that u are only doing it because u hate the thought of eating a poor helpless living creature, and that you are still going to eat a proper diet and you definitely arent doing it to be super thin... and make her sure of it okay (unless u are doing it to be skinny, but thats just silly, i hope your not)
Whats her reasoning? Let her know its still possible to grow and be healthy without meat. There are still protein sources out there...
She might be worried about your growth, do the research and talk with her about it... if she still says no, well, she's the mom. Just wait till you're older and try again.
Tell her too bad.
It's your body. And if you are able to make money somehow, buy your own food to prove to her how serious you are.
How old are you?
You have the right to eat what you want.
be a vegan when you're not around her. if you're still living with her, then follow her rules when under her roof.
http://www.goveg.com/
just dont eat meat.....REBEL! jk..i dunno just tell her about all of the poor animals u would save
The fact that she can't make that desision for you! If you want to be a vegitarian, that is up to you, not her!
I'm giving up meat for Lent this year and my mom had the same opinion. I think it's because she doesn't think I can do it. But show her you're committed, and she will see how you truly want to be a vegetarian.
She might also think it's unhealthy, so show her your research or go visit a doctor together.
Good luck!
You can provide her with a meal plan to let her know that you're getting the vital nutrients you need. For example, since a lot of the protein people get is from meats, tell her that you'll replace meats with fish and beans (these are just two examples of healthy, non-meat sources of protein.) Good luck on achieving a healthy lifestyle.
My mother was the same way... just be firm with it and tell her that you intend to stick with it.....it's difficult the first few weeks because your mom is used to prob making dishes with meat... just stick to the program and after awhile it will become second nature to your mother and she won't mind as much.
well, if you don't want to to eat meat, simply don't eat the meat. Make sure you can get the nutrients that meat provides in another way though, such as vitamins or another food. It's not wrong not to want to eat meat. I know someone who is like that.
Listen to your mother. Being a vegetarian is not always a good thing, there are some diseases that come along. Just keep eating meat, listen to your mother, she brought you upwith care and now you just want to slap her in the face by saying you don't want meat. She cares for you and wants you to be healthy not just drown yourself with nothing but vegetables. Eating meat, is a great feat.
sometimes being a vegetarian isn't all that great. i have ten friends who have wanted to become vegetarians and about three months later were dying for some meat. listen to your mom. when you are old enough to make your own decisions then you can do that. till then be a kid.
Just don,t eat yer meat, of course ye can,t have any pudding if ye dont eat yer meat
You dont need to convince her, i was a veggie for about 1 year during college, i worked with animals saw some inhumane things and it put me off for a while, i lost wieght, i think from the lack of protein, there are many foods that offer an alternative to meat with the nutriets from meat. But if she puts meat on your place you can just say, im sorry i know how this animal got here and id feel better not eating it, have a yelling match and as long as you dont eat it, youll be an accepted veggie before you know it.
being a vegetarian really is not as difficult as people make it out to be. Let her know that it is easy and healthy. Talk about who you could get plenty of protein through beans and nuts and such and that there are a million different ways to prepare vegetables. Also mention that "it's not like I'm vegan." I'm a vegetarian and my parents didnt think I could do it, but I made a goal of two months without meat and when I actually did it they were convinced.
Hard to say, since we don't know why she's objecting. Ask her why not, and listen; then try to answer her objections. Is she worried about extra work from cooking specialty dishes just for you? You could offer to do your own cooking. Is she worried that you won't eat properly and get the nutrition you need? Vegetarians do have to work harder to eat a balanced diet than omnivores do; perhaps you could show her your diet plans, specifically worked out to address nutritional needs (protein, calcium, and fats are usually/often the problem areas -- yes, you need these, especially as you're growing). Perhaps she's worried that it might get expensive, or that you might need exotic foods that are hard to shop for in your area. Again, showing her exactly what you plan and what you would need would help here.
It's a matter of your convincing power. Make her understand what you want to do with your life. She can't control your life like a michine. Besides if you are a vegetarian, you will have long life span! So, make your mother understand. talk to her sincerely.
What are the reasons why you want to be a vegetarian? If you tell her your reasons and she isn't convinced then maybe you should listen to her. But if you feel very strongly about it, then just don't eat meat. You don't have to call yourself a vegetarian to not eat meat. Just keep it to yourself and after a while your mom will come around. She will notice that you don't eat your meat. Just don't make a big deal about it and it will all be okay. Good Luck!
Contact an Ashram, if there's one where you live. See if one of their "vegetarians"(most yogis are), would be willing to let you and your mother interview them; and she could then see how healthy they are.
Just a thought.
Alberich
Your mom is worried about your health. Don't worry. Vegeteranism is a huge new fad, everyone is trying it. Just flat out refuse to eat meat, she honestly cant force feed you anymore. Tell her that your against killing animals, and show her your research on what to eat to get your protein and how it benefits your lifestyle. What it comes down to is your mom. I dont know how hard she is to convince, or how many brothers and sisters you have that can distract her. I know with my mom and our family of 8 that when i told her i was going veg she was to distracted with everyone else to really fight me on it. If vegetarianism is right for you than theres nothing your mom can do to stop you tell her that you know shes going to be mad but you have your own mind and this is what you decided to do.
meat is expensive.and unhealthy. tell her that you do not want your arteries clogged by saturated fats. tell her do you really not care about my health. besides she will save lots of money by not buying meat. protein can be had through soy. soy is much healthier.
Thats were i was a few years ago and thats what my mom said and i told her to suck it up because i was going to be one and she could not stop me and after that she just went along and understud
good luck and welcome to the club
The very fact that you have researched it should go a long way in convincing her. I'm a vegetarian, simply because I don't like the taste of meat. All my protein comes from Whey protein shakes. As a vegetarian you'll probably want to use creatine monohydrate supplements and a standard vitamin/mineral supplement to make sure you get enough iron.
That said, I'm not sure of why you wish to be a vegetarian or why your mom opposes it. If she thinks it unhealthy, show her my photo :)
Explain to her that it is a personal choice and that you feel you are adult enough to make that decision for yourself. Make sure you have a clear and concise reason behind your decision. Find articles online explaining the treatment of animals in slaughterhouses as well as the health reasons behind your decision. Find some supplements that you can order online and will start taking to get nutrients that will be lacking in your diet (protein, zinc, etc, find a list online). Print off some easy recipes that you can show her that you will prepare for yourself. Make sure that you have fully developed this decision and have thought about it a lot. It is not something that you just dive into.
dont listen to ur mom - any1 can be if they have the willpower.
if saving animals doesnt convince her than what will?
in ur case, id turn vegitarian and whenever she tells u no, or asks y, be honest and tell her why.
she cant make u eat meat, tell her its for a good cause. and that ur rght n shes in the wrong.
Hi all - I am one of the Moms. My son made the decision to be vegetarian for a while. When he asked me about it, we talked about his reasons and my concerns. I agreed with his reasons, and as all of you realize, it is not difficult to overcome the issues around good nutrition. We did research and figured out what he could eat that would satisfy both of us.
That left only one worry on my part. You might think I was selfish at this point, but it came down to extra work for me in meal preparation. Please don't jump me on this. I work 50+ hours a week, take care of a home, 2 kids and a disabled husband...not to mention dogs, cat and fish. The prospect of having to make 2 different dinners every night was just overwhelming. I communicated this to my son and asked for his help. I told him that it would be ok, but if the family dinner didn't have enough choices for him, then he would have to pitch in and help me by making another dish that would be acceptable to him to eat. This worked out really well for us. He became involved in meal planning and grocery shopping and we spent time cooking together.
So what is my point to you? Maybe it will help if you make sure your Mom understands that your choice isn't going to make life more difficult for her. That along with making the choice to change the way you eat, you are also going to do your best to own the extra chores that go with having one family member eating differently than the rest. It might be worth a try.
Good luck - and take it easy on your Mom. ;-)
I became a vegetarian when I was 7 and am now 14. I am pretty healthy, except I have low iron which the doctor said is common in girls. Maybe slowly cut meat products out of your diet and as you do substitute it with healthy alternatives such as soya and tofu. To convince your mom, maybe go to the doctor's and the doctor could explain to your mom that becoming a vegetarian is not unhealthy and what the benefits are.
Tell your doctor to talk to her. He can convince her better than you can.
Just tell her that you'll watch your health. I was a vegetarian for 4 or 5 years and I started taking a break the other day because I'm feeling unhealthy. I still want to be a vegetarian, but you do have to watch yourself more carefully when you are.
I have attempted to be a vegetarian twice. Once in fourth grade (that lasted about half a year) and once about a year ago (that lasted about a year). Anyway, my mom was fine with my decision, but she did want to make sure that I got all the right balance of nutrients in my body. If your mom is worried about the amount of protein you're getting, try tofu or rice and beans (rice or beans alone are not complete proteins, together they give you an excellent, complete protein source). Despite what you might have heard, tofu, when prepared correctly, can be quite tasty. Show your mom that you're serious about your decision and back it up with reasoning and facts. Also, print out some vegetarian recipes that don't seem "vegetarian" (you know what I mean... greenish brown globs of protein cubes). If you're just giving up meat and not all animal products, try veggie quiche or a veggie omelet. Both of these have a good source of protein. You should be prepared and willing to cook your own food (think about it, you're the one who wants it, so you should prepare it). If you have the money, buy a vegetarian cookbook (Moosewood is a really excellent one that I still use today). Being a vegetarian can be a very healthy lifestyle, provided you get all the right nutrients. Don't be afraid to stand up for what you believe in, but if your mom still doesn't let you, listen to her. After all, she is your mom... and *supposedly* mothers know best.