flexitarianism

Mostly plant-based eating

Flexitarianism is a dietary approach that is mostly vegetarian but occasionally includes meat or fish.

The term blends flexible with vegetarianism, describing people who eat plant-based meals as a default but don't strictly avoid animal products: She practices flexitarianism—vegetarian at home, but she'll have a burger at a cookout.

plant-foods

tofu

Coagulated soy milk block

tempeh · seitan · quinoa · beans · pulses · mushroom · portobello · jackfruit · edamame · hummus

flexibility

adaptable

Able to adjust readily

versatile · open-minded · nonrigid · modifiable · relaxed · easygoing · forgiving · casual · undogmatic · practical

ethics

humane

Marked by kindness

values-based

dietary-approach

moderation

Avoidance of excess

health

fiber

Plant-based digestive aid

inflammation · vitamins · minerals

sustainability

eco-friendly

Not harming the environment

deforestation · ecological · low-impact · regenerative

Categories
Opposites
dietary strictness

flexitarianismcarnivore diet

Diet of animal products only

fruitarianism · elimination diet · macrobiotic diet · clean eating

Family

flexible, reflex, flexibility, inflexible, reflective, reflected, vegetarian, reflector, inflexibility

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