Hello. I am an ovo vegetarian. I do not eat meat, but I do eat eggs.
Yes, I heard ovo vegetraianism sometimes called, 'eggetarians'. That's a cute nickname.
That is cute! I love eggs. They are high in iron and b12 so they are good for me, since I don't get those from meat like omnivores do.
Ovo vegetarianism
Ovo vegetarianism is a type of vegetarianism which allows for the consumption of eggs but not dairy products, in contrast with lacto vegetarianism. Those who practice ovo vegetarianism are called ovo-vegetarians or "eggetarians". "Ovo" comes from the Latin word for egg.
Motivations.
Ethical motivations for excluding dairy products are based on issues with the industrial practices behind the production of milk. Concerns include the practice of keeping a cow constantly pregnant in order for her to lactate and the slaughter of unwanted male
The Bible Christian Church promoted the use of eggs, dairy and honey as God's given food per "the promised land flowing with milk and honey" (Exodus 3:8).
Many Seventh-day Adventist followers are lacto-ovo vegetarians. For over 130 years, Seventh-day Adventists have recommended a vegetarian diet which may include milk products and eggs.
Ovo-vegetarianism in India.
In India, eggs are not universally considered vegetarian; those who do practice ovo-vegetarianism are often described as "eggetarians