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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\nBenefits of a Going on a Plant-Based Diet<\/h2>\n\n
A vegetarian\/vegan diet, which can also be known as a plant-based diet, can bring you tremendous health benefits if done properly.<\/p>\n\n
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- Evidences have suggested that a plant-based diet can help manage chronic conditions<\/strong> that many of us are living with, such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, high blood lipids and cardiovascular diseases.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- A typical plant-based diet staples include vegetables, fruits, whole grains legumes and nuts and all shown to have protective effects against chronic disease<\/strong>. These foods are usually rich in dietary fiber, potassium, magnesium, folic acid, vitamin C and E, and lower in saturated fat, and cholesterol.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Weight loss<\/strong> can also be a side effect of switching to a plant-based diet. This is because people who adopt a vegetarian\/vegan diet tend to be more aware of what they are consuming. They also tend to avoid processed food or products high in sugar, salt and calories.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n
For more information, read our <\/em>related article: Health and Sustainable Benefits of Whole Food Plant-Based Diet<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n
<\/div>\n\nThe Drawback<\/h2>\n\n
A plant-based diet is naturally low in calcium, vitamin D, Iron, vitamin B12, and omega 3 fatty acid. But, it is possible to avoid these nutrient inadequacy through healthy food choices, and possibly supplements. <\/p>\n\n
Talk to our nutrition team at Eatology<\/a> for ideas on what healthy foods to eat every day, as well as receive an assessment on whether you are at risk for any nutrient inadequacy.<\/p>\n\n
<\/div>\n\nA final take home message<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n
A plant-based diet is not a diet, but a lifestyle. The main goal is to minimize processed foods, added sugar and animal products, while maximizing nutrient-dense plant foods.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n
Some people may not be used to the diet high in fiber initially. Therefore, it is recommended to start slow, and build up gradually. Start by doing a Meatless Monday- while it might seem like a small amount, it adds up! Finally, go check out our vegetarian meal plan<\/a> and contact us if you’d like ore information.<\/p>\n\n
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\n\nReferences:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n
Lee, V., McKay, T., & Ardern, C. (2015). Awareness and Perception of Plant-Based Diets for the Treatment and Management of Type 2 Diabetes in a Community Education Clinic: A Pilot Study. Journal Of Nutrition And Metabolism, 2015, 1-6. http:\/\/dx.doi.org\/10.1155\/2015\/236234<\/a>
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- A typical plant-based diet staples include vegetables, fruits, whole grains legumes and nuts and all shown to have protective effects against chronic disease<\/strong>. These foods are usually rich in dietary fiber, potassium, magnesium, folic acid, vitamin C and E, and lower in saturated fat, and cholesterol.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n