Vegan Diet Food and its Health Benefits.
                     VEGAN DIET: FOOD 
AND ITS HEALTH 
BENEFITS
INTRODUCTION
• A vegan or plant-based diet excludes all animal products, including meat, dairy, and 
eggs. 
• When people follow it correctly, a vegan diet can be highly nutritious, reduce the risk 
of chronic diseases, and aid weight loss.
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What is a vegan diet?
• A vegan diet involves eating only foods comprising plants. Those who follow this diet 
avoid all animal products, including meat, dairy, and eggs. 
• Some people also avoid eating honey. For some, being vegan is a dietary choice, 
while for others, it is a lifestyle choice.
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Vegan vs. Vegetarian
• The main difference between vegetarians and vegans is that although vegetarians do 
not eat meat (including cows, pigs, chicken, and fish), they consume dairy products, 
eggs, or both. The vegan diet excludes all products with animal-based ingredients.
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HEALTH BENEFITS 
OF VEGAN DIET
Better heart health
• Vegan diets can boost heart health in several ways. A large scale 2019 study has 
linked a higher intake of plant-based foods and lower intake of animal foods with a 
reduced risk of heart disease and death in adults.
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Lower cancer risk
• According to a 2017 review, eating a vegan diet may reduce a person’s risk of cancer 
by 15%. This health benefit may be due to the fact that plant foods are high in fiber, 
vitamins, and phytochemicals — biologically active compounds in plants — that 
protect against cancers.
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Weight loss
• People on a vegan diet tend to have a lower body mass index (BMI) than those 
following other diets. Many animal foods are high in fat and calories, so replacing 
these with low calorie plant-based foods can help people manage their weight.
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Lower the Blood Pressure
• High blood pressure, or hypertension, can increase the risk for health issues, 
including heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes, according to the Physicians 
Committee for Responsible Medicine
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Prevent Type 2 Diabetes
• It’s well known that there’s a link between diet and type 2 diabetes. Weight is a major 
risk factor since more fatty tissue makes the cells more resistant to insulin. Taking 
plant based food can prevent type 2 Diabetes.
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Improve Your Cholesterol
• High cholesterol can lead to fatty deposits in the blood, which can restrict blood flow 
and potentially lead to heart attack, stroke, or heart disease. But a healthy diet can 
help keep cholesterol levels in check. 
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