Pescatarian
Pescatarian
Pescatarian (/pɛskəˈtɛəriən/), also spelled Pescetarian, is a term used to describe those who abstain from eating all meat and animal flesh with the exception of fish. The term is a combination of the Italian word for fish (pesce) and the English word vegetarian.
Etymology
The term Pescatarian is derived from the Italian word pesce which means fish, and the English term vegetarian. It was first used in the early 1990s to describe those who maintain a vegetarian diet but also consume fish and other seafood.
Diet
A Pescatarian diet typically includes vegetables, whole grains, nuts, legumes, fruits, and, of course, seafood. Some pescatarians also consume dairy and eggs. The diet is often adopted for health reasons, ethical reasons, or religious reasons.
Health Benefits
The Pescatarian diet is often associated with numerous health benefits, including reduced risk of chronic diseases, improved heart health, and improved mental health. This is largely due to the high intake of omega-3 fatty acids, lean proteins, and various vitamins and minerals found in fish and other seafood.
Related Terms
- Vegetarianism: The practice of abstaining from the consumption of meat, and may also include abstention from by-products of animal slaughter.
- Veganism: The practice of abstaining from the use of animal products, particularly in diet, and an associated philosophy that rejects the commodity status of animals.
- Flexitarian: A plant-based diet with the occasional addition of meat.
- Ovo-lacto vegetarianism: A vegetarian who consumes some animal products, such as eggs and dairy.
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