Published 21:19 IST, April 8th 2020
Health benefits of eating vegan diet & why to opt for this lifestyle; Check it out
Here are the top 5 health benefits of eating vegan that you need to know if you are planning to turn vegan. Continue reading to know more.
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If you are looking forward to choosing a vegan lifestyle, then here are some of the benefits that you should know. Although going vegan is not as easy as it seems. If you have been a non-vegetarian in the past, then going vegan could be very tough for you at first. But with the right planning and a little knowledge, the well balanced vegan diet can provide a number of healthy benefits.
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Here are some health benefits of a vegan lifestyle
Eating vegan will help you to lose some extra weight. Losing that extra weight is a good motivation to turn to a plant-based diet. A diet that is rich in fibres is more filling and will make you less likely to snack. Compared to other diets like omnivore and lacto-ovo-vegetarian diets, a balanced vegan diet has the lowest energy intake and a better day profile and highest dietary fibre levels.
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Following a vegan diet may help you with the blood sugar disturbances. People who have shifted to a vegan diet have higher insulin sensitivity and lower blood sugars. This diet also reduces the risk of developing a type 2 diabetes. Vegan food items help to stabilise the blood sugar because the wholegrain helps in slowing down the digestion acting as a physical barrier.
Research shows that eating more plant-based foods has helped people to reduce the risk of cancer. Plant-based foods prevent cancer by boosting fibre consumption. Studies have proved that the risk of cancer is suppressed by turning to a well-balanced plant-based diet.
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Experts suggest that going vegan can also lower the risks of heart disease including stroke. It is believed that male vegans have greater heart benefits than women who are vegans. This is because of the reductions in cardiac risk factors like blood pressure and cholesterol management.
According to studies, vegan diet can also help you to reduce the pain from arthritis. A few studies have reported that people with different types of Arthritis have experienced positive changes after turning to a vegan diet. A vegan diet is based on probiotic-rich whole foods which can significantly decrease the symptoms of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
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Disclaimer: The content provided above is for information purpose. This is no way intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health providers with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
21:19 IST, April 8th 2020