Vegetarian Labelling
Vegan
Does not consume meat, seafood, eggs, or dairy products (such as milk, cheese, etc.). Eats only plant-based foods and avoids the five pungent spices (alliums).
Ovo-Vegetarian
Does not consume meat, seafood, or dairy products. May consume eggs and plant-based foods (excluding the five pungent spices).
Lacto-Vegetarian
Does not consume meat, seafood, or egg products. May consume dairy products and plant-based foods (excluding the five pungent spices).
Lacto-Ovo Vegetarian
Does not consume meat or seafood. May consume eggs, dairy products, and plant-based foods (excluding the five pungent spices).
Vegetarian (includes pungent spices)
Does not consume meat or seafood. May consume foods containing the five pungent spices (alliums), and may or may not consume eggs and dairy,depending on the individual.
