Jain vegetarianism is practiced by the followers of Jain culture and philosophy. ... It is practised by Jain ascetics and lay Jains. Jain objections to the eating of meat, fish and eggs are based on the principle of non-violence (ahimsa, figuratively "non-injuring").

What can Jainists eat?

Jains are strict vegetarians but also do not eat root vegetables and some types of fruits. Some Jains are also vegans and exclude various types of green vegetables during periods of the month.

Can Jains eat chicken?

JAINS ALSO DO NOT EAT CHICKEN, EGGS, TURKEYS, OR ANY POULTRY ITEMS. ... JAINS AVOID FOOD PRODUCTS WHICH INVOLVE INJURY TO ANY LIFE. JAINS TRY TO MINIMIZE VIOLENCE EVEN TO PLANTS; THEREFORE, JAINS AVOID EATING ROOT VEGETABLES, SUCH AS ONIONS, GARLIC, BEETS, CARROTS, AND POTATOES.