It's Difficult to Eat Enough Protein
One of the top reasons people avoid being vegetarian is because they are worried they won't get enough protein. Luckily, this concern is not as big of a deal as people make it out to be and is more perceived than real. As you become a more savvy vegetarian, you will discover hidden, high-protein gems like cottage cheese, tempeh, nuts, food combining, and tofu.
Most vegetarians start out by simply removing meat from their current diet, but to have a truly balanced nutritional profile, you will need to go further than that and explore new foods. It's time to get creative and add more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains to your plate. To make sure you have a fully balanced diet, get a book from the library on vegetarian nutrition so you can educate yourself about how to get the nutrients your body needs by eating a combination of whole grains, legumes, vegetables, and essential fats found in things like avocado and olive oil. As you slowly transition your diet over to vegetarian fare, over time you will find it is easy to get a balanced diet.