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Going vegan - pitfalls of a plant based diet

It’s healthy to give up meat, but eating fish & dairy will help you live longer

19-Aug-2019

Key points from article :

A well-planned vegan diet can "support healthy living in people of all ages" according to British Dietetic Association.

Should increase intake of plant-based foods step by step rather than transitioning abruptly.

Make sure to balance out main food groups and to drink adequate amount of fluids.

Needs to supplement other micronutrients such as vitamin B12, vitamin D, selenium and iodine.

Can lower the risk of metabolic syndrome and many types of cancer.

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Heather Russell

Registered Dietitian.

The Vegan Society

Company for helping people to decide if they want go vegan.

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