Lifestyle Discussion

Do you think Vegan diet is good for your body? What are the possible reasons for trying vegan diet? Are animal-based foods actually bad for the human body? I have never tried vegan diet but sometimes there is no animal products in my food and I end up eating vegan food.

I've seen people go on it and honestly I couldn't see it having any real effect on them. It just kind of existed.

I don't see any reasons for trying vegan foods. However, I believe we need to limit meat based diet for two reasons, one, for health (as meat based diet is not good for the heart), and two, for environment (it takes a lot of resources to produce meat).

I'm happy to try any food. Meat, vegetarian, vegan. Even food that's been turned into a "pill" or "powder" for you to consume if you don't have the actual food. I remember reading about a woman who had invented a powder that was loaded with nutrients. You just add it to water and drink it. She was working a research project to address hunger in certain parts of the world. If you could not get food to these people because of the expense, at least get something to them that was healthy and prevented them from starving to death. I thought she had a good idea. Unfortunately, I don't know whatever became of her research project. (FYI: Vegan vs. vegetarian: Differences, benefits, and which is healthier ~ medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325478)

Ok with all kinds of diets as long as they are not imposed on me.

We have a normal diet which includes enough vegetables. I think that is enough for me.

I don't do any kind of diet because I workout very well. But I'm always very cautious of what I eat because bad diet is not good for someone's health.

I have nothing against people wanting to go vegan and I respect anyone who chooses their own path on what they want to eat. I do however believe that when you go on a vegan diet, you are limiting yourself to what things you eat that may be important for your health. Certain foods such as cheese, milk, butter and even some meats contain a lot of what we need to be able to have a healthy diet, and when you take that away, I do believe it can cause issues with your body and health.

I’ve heard about the Vegan Diet but don’t know much about it. From what I gather, it’s a diet that excludes all animal products, including meat, dairy, and eggs. It seems to be trending because people are interested in its potential health benefits and ethical considerations regarding animal welfare. I’d probably need to look into it further to understand how it affects nutrition and overall

A vegan diet can lower the risk of heart disease, obesity, and certain cancers while promoting better digestion and environmental sustainability. However, it can pose risks if not well-planned, potentially leading to deficiencies in vitamin B12, iron, calcium, omega-3 fatty acids, and vitamin D. Careful planning and supplementation are essential to ensure all nutritional needs are met and to avoid long-term health issues.

A vegan diet can be very good for health when well-planned. It is often rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds, providing ample fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants while being low in saturated fats. This can lead to benefits such as lower risk of heart disease, hypertension, and type 2 diabetes. However, it’s important to ensure adequate intake of nutrients that are typically found in animal products, such as vitamin B12, iron, calcium, and omega-3 fatty acids, often through fortified foods or supplements.