A vegetarian is a person who does not eat meat, poultry, and fish. Vegetarians eat ＿＿（46）＿＿ fruit, vegetables, grains, seeds, and nuts. Many vegetarians eat eggs and/or dairy products but avoid hidden animal products 47 beef and chicken stocks, lard, and gelatin. People are vegetarians for many reasons, including 48 for personal health and the environment or spiritual reasons. People may become vegetarians for one reason, and then later on 49 some of the other reasons as well. According to the American Diabetes Association, vegetarians are at a lower risk for developing heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure and breast cancers. This is 50 a healthy vegetarian diet is typically low in fat and high in fiber. Though being a vegetarian can be a healthy lifestyle, be sure you fully understand why you are choosing vegetarianism.