A vegan diet suffers from anemia if they do not carry a balanced diet and that is when the controversy is made as to whether these diets are as healthy as some believe. In the same way vegetarians are more likely to suffer serious eating disorders such as anorexia and bulimia because their diet lacks the essential nutrients found in meat, researchers say too little protein in the diet can affect the body 's levels of serotonin, a hormone which affects mood and is responsible for feelings of optimism and wellbeing, more than half the patients diagnosed with anorexia nervosa avoid eating red meat “eating a proper vegetarian diet means more than simply cutting out meat” (Vegetarian diet and mental disorders). In a study conducted in Germany,
For vegetarians, a vegetarian diet provides complete nutrition and health benefits, as it can meet protein needs, provide all essential amino acids and improve health. It promotes health and adopting a vegan diet prevents heart disease since it is proven that there is some relationship between that type of affections and the consumption of animal meat. Decreases blood pressure animal fats raise the pressure while the polysaturated vegetables decrease them. Fiber facilitates the expulsion of food waste and the vegetarian diet is characterized precisely because it contains a lot of fiber. Cereals, vegetables and fruits allow greater control of diabetes. Prevent the risk of colon and breast cancer. It is healthy for those with high cholesterol. The vitamins and nutrients the body needs are contained in cereals, fruits and vegetables, “fruits and vegetables exert tremendous anti-cancer activity” (Galens 33). The problem presented in a vegetarian diet is that it can be abused in carbohydrate consumption to replace protein, and replace some vitamins with consumption of protein bars, soy, rice milk and different cereals. “Eating a balanced diet when you are vegetarian usually requires a little extra attention” (Des Chenes 47). The most important thing in a vegetarian diet is that it is a balanced diet that provides the body with all the necessary vitamins, by partially or eliminating the consumption of animal products, alternative sources must be sought to avoid having deficiency of essential vitamins and minerals for the proper functioning of the organism. Therefore, the consumption of cereals, seeds, grains, and legumes are essential to supply of such vitamins, needs be to carefully
I will first show the lack of validity and soundness to Howard’s claim that A) a vegan lifestyle is a healthier choice and B) his claim that one must switch to that lifestyle to enjoy these said benefits. To the claim made in A, Howard uses his own health problems he endured on his meat diet, and uses it as a constant variable comparing it to his now relative healthy lifestyle as a vegan. On first glance anyone who eats a calorie-laden, unbalanced diet and ends up weighing 300 pounds, as Lyman himself admitted, will have health problems regardless of his orientation to meat or vegetables. With this said his comparing analogy is inertly flawed and must be disregarded from the argument he presents. On march 8 before the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee, Mary K Young, MS.,R.D,NCBA Director of Nutrition Research and Information, presented the benefits of eating meat. Using Data from the 1995 USDA Continuing Survey of Food Intakes by Individuals (CSI) she confirms that red meat enhances one overall diet quality. Young goes on to point out that red meat is the number one source for protein, B12, and zinc, number 2 source for B6 and third greatest source for iron, niacin and potassium. She also pointed out that red meat alone has the greatest concentrates of iron and zinc together. Also included cited in Young’s report was the research recently published in the Journal of the American...
This article details the benefits of a primarily vegetarian diet in primary prevention of heart disease.
cannot attain the right amount of nutrients and vitamins that a meat diet can provide. I
Diets high in plant protein, such as the vegetarian diet, are linked with many health benefits. Studies suggest vegetarians tend to have a lower body weight, lower cholesterol, lower risk of diabetes, lower blood pressure levels. (21) (18) They also have a lower risk of stroke, cancer and death from heart disease than non-vegetarians (15) (16).
Society has recently become increasingly obsessed with health and nutrition, as more and more individuals realize that they can dramatically change their quality of life by adjusting their diet and lifestyle. One way that people have tried to pursue a healthier lifestyle, is by removing meat and other animal products from their diets, whether they become a strict vegetarian who eats no animal byproducts, or a lacto-ovo vegetarian who still eats eggs and dairy. As with any other lifestyle, research is always being done to see if the benefits outweigh the disadvantages, and so far, the results of vegetarian diets have been encouraging. Vegetarian diets have proven to decrease the risk of heart disease, cancer, obesity, and many other health problems. With a little planning and dedication, a vegetarian diet will be healthier and more beneficial than a traditional diet
Introduction: Jessica is a 23 year old woman who recently graduated from college and started a vegetarian diet because of the health benefits she heard read it. Jessica read that “Vegetarian diets are often associated with a number of health advantages, including lower blood cholesterol levels, lower risk of heart disease, lower blood pressure levels, and lower risk of hypertension and type 2 diabetes.” (American Dietetic Association) She was going strong on her new diet for a few months, but upon her trip to her doctor’s office for her regular check up her doctor showed more concern about her diet than admiration for trying to live a healthier life. The main reason her doctor had concerns was because Jessica has a lactose intolerance and he was concerned with her getting a sufficient amount of protein in her diet.
In recent years, vegans and vegetarians alike have been looked down upon by society. They have been called crazy, unhealthy, stupid, and more by carnivores. Being a vegetarian for 3 years has brought my attention to the hatred and obliviousness of those who are uneducated about animal cruelty. All it takes is one short video on YouTube to gain the knowledge that could potentially open up a new world of thought. That is how my journey to vegetarianism began.
According to vegansociety.com, “ Veganism represents a philosophy and way of living which seeks to exclude—as far as is possible and practicable—all forms of exploitation of, and cruelty to, other animals for food, clothing or any other purpose; and promotes the development and use of animal-free alternatives for the benefit of humans, other animals and the environment.“ People that follow this way of living are called vegans. The vegan diet is more a lifestyle choice and a philosophy than just a diet. The vegan life is the best way to live because it’s healthier, helps the environment, and is kinder to animals.
The health benefits of a vegetarian diet are hard to ignore. Vegetarians have a lower chance of developing many diseases, such as cancer and diabetes. Women who eat meat daily are more likely to develop breast cancer. According to an article in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute, “consumption of well-done meats and, thus, exposures to heterocyclic amines (or other compounds) formed during high-temperature cooking may play an important role in the risk of breast cancer.” Men are also more than almost more likely to develop prostate cancer than those who do not include meat in their everyday diets. “Up to 80 percent of prostate cancer is attributed to dietary practices, and international comparisons show strong positive associations with meat consumption” (Alexander, 2010). Vegetarians have also shown to have lower blood pressure, better digestion, and more energy than humans with a meat based diet. The effects of a vegetarian life style ...
According to Bonnie Beezhold et.al found that vegans and vegetarians, “…report better mood than non-vegetarians, suggesting that even less animal food intake is associated with better mood” (293). Also, Beezhold et.al, “…have found that the risk of major chronic diseases such as obesity, heart disease, and type-2 diabetes may be reduced by adopting a completely plant-based diet vs. an omnivore diet” (Beezhold et.al 289). Overall, the medical community has agreed that veganism is a healthy option to avoid disease, but their concerns are that vegans will be deficient in certain vitamins and minerals that the regular omnivores are not deficient in. If a vegan is deficit in a certain mineral or vitamin that person can take supplements to combat it. People can say that if I take supplements will that make me healthy even though I consume meat? No, because you are consuming meat and that can clog arteries and increase cholesterol. I think that veganism is probably one of the healthiest options available for everyone. I also think that it is the healthiest because you do not see people become fat off of eating vegetables and fruits. I also agree with Beezhold et.al findings which show that vegans have less stress and anxiety because of the food they ate. Beezhold et.al think this may be because omnivores consume meat and the food the animals were fed where “…higher in certain
Vegetarians tend to be healthier than those who consume meat. This is due to the prevalent unnatural chemicals used in the processing of meats, and eating these are unsuitable for the body. Meats already contain harmful amounts of cholesterol, and over-consumption of red meat can lead to early heart disease. Animals that are raised on farms for their meat are not treated well, and this mistreatment can lead to harm in the meat they are producing. Although one life choice cannot change one’s environmental
The first benefit to being a vegetarian is health reasons. Recent research studies have shown that vegetarians have better health than people who eat meat. The risk of a disease is less likely when being a vegetarian. For example, vegetarians have a lower rate of gallstones, kidney stones, cancer, diabetes, high blood pressure, and colon disease. Studies have also shown that not only does a vegetarian diet have a greater chance of preventing these diseases but becoming a vegetarian can sometimes even cure these diseases. In a study conducted by Dr. Ornish from the University of California, he found that a vegetarian diet is also good for unclogging arteries of patients with very serious heart disease. The American Medical Association announced, in 1961, that heart disease, which is the cause of over half of deaths in the United States, could be eliminated by a vegetarian diet. The AMA has also reported that a high saturated fat diet is a key component to high levels of the diagnosis of coronary heart disease. The reason for vegetarians less risk for heart disease ...
... middle of paper ... ... The vegetarian diet is one that provides the body with many essential nutrients. These nutrients include fiber, antioxidants, and phytochemicals.
A person that is vegetarian does not eat meat from any type of animal, and that includes seafood, but they can eat cheese, eggs and milk. “About 3% of U.S. adults are considered full-fledged vegetarians”.(Hellmich 4). When people think of vegetarians, they think about weak little hippie girls, and they 're all about world peace. Some things might be true, but the majority is so unbelievably untrue. When other people think about vegetarians they mostly think of healthy people which is true. They respect the earth more than meat eaters. Also, vegetarians care about the environment as well, which I 'm going to talk about later. Caring for the environment is an uncommon way of life which many vegetarian lives by. Some reasons why vegetarians turn vegetarian is they want to save animals. Other reason is that they want to save the environment because the majority doesn 't care for it. Vegetarianism is good for many reasons for; instance a person’s health, ethics, and religious beliefs
In conclusion, vegetarianism benefits many part of our life. A healthier body, a better environment, and more fair treatment of animals are all requites of becoming vegetarians. It is hard to change eating habits, but it is not impossible. There are many kinds of food that vegetarians can choose today. The taste of the non-meat food is not all bad and some of them maybe much better than imagination. It is not wise to deny being a vegetarian before trying to be. With more and more people adopting the vegetarian diet, the world will be a better place in the future: animals will be treated better; global warming will be alleviated; fewer people will be starving, and ultimately, people will be healthier and be living longer. Therefore, people should start action before it is too late.