World Vegan Day 2019: Should You Go Vegan? Top Reasons to Follow a Plant-Based Diet

More and more people are now going vegan but being vegan is no child's play. You will really have to do without the cheese and all the creamy pastries. But why should you choose to eat this way? Following a plant-based diet has some undeniable benefits not only for the sustainability of food sources but also for your health. So if you are teetering on the edge of veganism, these reasons should be enough to sway you. Read on!

1. You, Will, Have Better Heart Health

The more fruits, vegetables, legumes, and whole grains you include in your diet, the stronger your heart gets. A study published in the journal Review concluded that vegans are much less likely to contract any heart disease and have better cardiovascular health. By clearing off animal products, you will have less cholesterol in your body and less strain on your heart in general. Virat Kohli Vegan Diet: Everything You Need to Know about the Indian Skipper’s New Plant-Based Lifestyle.

2. You, Will, Be At a Lower Risk of Developing Cancer

There are many studies that suggest that you can lower the risk of many cancers by controlling your diet. For example, a study published in the journal Scientific Reports concluded that a diet rich in legumes and low in dairy can reduce your chances of developing colorectal cancer. Another study published in the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health found that eating seven servings of fruits and vegetables every day can reduce your chances of dying from any cancer.

3. You, Will, Have Higher Energy Levels

If you are going vegan, you will automatically consume way more fibre, potassium, magnesium folate and iron than meat-eaters. You will not only have more energy but will also have a stronger immune system with these nutrients. This means that you will automatically be able to give up your coffee habit when you are brimming with energy. Is Going for Vegan Diet Healthy? Pros and Cons of Veganism. 

4. You, Will, Have Clearer Skin

If you have acne, you will be convinced to go vegan. Cutting down on dairy will help you get rid of the unwanted zits. Dairy stimulates insulin secretion in the body which leads to all the breakouts. Once you give up on animal products, you will have a way clearer skin.

5. You, Will, Have More Balanced Hormones

Become vegan and periods will become way easier to deal with. You will go from debilitating cramps to hardly any cramps at all, lighter flow and less bloating, and you will no longer have to fight headaches and irritability. Animal products increase the amount of oestrogen in your body which negatively affects the way your body handles hormone fluctuation. Plus, the anti-inflammatory properties of vegan food can help manage period pain.

6. You, Will, Have Better Physical Fitness

The anti-inflammatory properties of a plant-based diet can help in the recovery process, so you do not have to wait as long between training sessions. Plus, you will have better stamina and more energy to finish a tough workout. How to Go Vegan: Beginners Tip to Help You Stick to the Cruelty-Free Lifestyle. 

But remember, just because you are eating vegan, does not mean that you are eating healthy all the time. There are tons of packaged and processed goods that are made vegan so it is easy to load up on countless desserts and nutrition-less snacks. The real magic happens when you stick to whole foods.

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Nov 01, 2019 08:30 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).