Blog #2: Plant Based (Vegan) versus Animal Based Diets
1) What is the definition of a plant-based or vegan diet? Some of the definition to plant-based diet will be the diet “mainly” vegetable, fruits and nuts. For vegan diet, it is more strictly defined as 100% plant-based diet. No meat, seafood, or dairy products should be consumed 2) Provide 3 health benefits of following a plant-based diet versus the currently high animal based diet that is generally followed. Other than health benefits, what can be other benefits of following a plant-based diet (hint: think of the environment, moral/ethical values, cost, food sustainability, nutrient benefits)? Health benefits • Plants have high fiber (generally), which is good for human body • Plant based diet can lower the blood pressure, which then reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke • Plant based diet can in general help weight control Other benefits • Plant-based diet is generally better for the environment. It costs much more land and water to grow the animals. The meat cons