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Samson Chemai, a 46-year-old farmer from Salabani in Marigat, Baringo county is a vegetarian and does not eat any form of meat since childhood - white or red.
As a vegetarian, Chemai risks not getting enough of certain nutrients, including proteins, omega-3 fatty acids, and vitamin B-12. However, his lifestyle also has a few benefits including a lower risk of heart disease, diabetes and some cancers.
A study of 15,000 vegetarians and vegans conducted by researchers at the University of California School of Public Health found that pure vegetarians eat a greater quantity of food in order to meet their calorie needs.
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