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Health Benefits of Eating a Plant-Based diet

A vegan lifestyle is one of the healthiest ways a person can live. There are endless benefits that you can experience by simply eating plants. Let’s look at some of them below!


  • More Energy - With a more nutrient-dense diet rich in that is rich in vitamins, many people tend to experience more of an energy boost on making a switch to vegan diets.

  • Better Mood - Studies have shown that those that adhere to a plant-based diet experience a lower risk of developing depression and enjoy more positive moods.

  • Lower Cancer Risk - About a third of cancers are linked to diet and other poor lifestyle choices. This means that by making smarter food decisions, people can significantly reduce their risk of being afflicted by these health problems. The nutrient-rich nature of vegan diets offers better nourishment for the body and cell protection. It also helps to better regulate hormones whose behavior has been linked to conditions like breast cancer.

  • Glowing skin - Cutting out damaging foods like milk, often leads vegans to have clear skin. This is because dairy has been linked to many skin afflictions including acne. Cows are often fed artificial growth hormones to help with milk production which often ends up in the systems of humans that consume dairy products. It is believed that this disrupts the human hormone and insulin levels. Another contributor to clear skin in vegans is the boost in antioxidants from consuming lots of fruit and vegetables.

  • Weight loss - For those looking to lose weight, a vegan diet often proves successful. By consuming fruit, vegetables, whole grains, and other fiber-rich foods, individuals are able to boost their satiation and keep fuller for longer.

  • Lower risk of heart disease - Eating fresh fruits and vegetables, legumes, and fiber. Well-planned vegan diets generally include all these foods in amounts higher than the standard Western diet, therefore a decrease in the risk of heart disease is often seen.

  • Improved gut function - Plant-based diets provide rich sources of fiber and micronutrients that support gut function.



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