Wednesday, 24 July 2013

PROS & CONS OF BEING A VEGAN!

This post might change your idea and become a VEGAN!!
Pros:
Veganism may reduce your risk of some diseases, planned and nutritionally suitable vegan diets may lower your risk of certain diseases. It is common for vegans to have lower BMIs than non-vegetarians, which lowers the risk of heart disease and other obesity-related conditions. Vegans have been found to have a lower rate of hypertension than other kinds of vegetarians, and soy-based vegan diets may slow the progression of kidney disease.

Going vegan also helps save animals and the environment. Animal abuse and animal rights are motivations for becoming a vegan. Some believe that livestock farming and animal agriculture has a negative effect on the Earth and has been linked to river and groundwater pollution, greenhouse gas production and acid rain.

Cons:
Vegans need to make a conscious effort to eat the right quantity and combinations of food to get the nutrients they need to stay healthy. Cutting out dairy may result in lower calcium intake, which may put you at risk for bone fractures. Vegans can use a little salt with iodine on their food or when they cook.

Vegans should eat iron-rich plant foods paired with vitamin C to improve iron absorption. Vegan sources of zinc and magnesium include whole grains, soy products, nuts and legumes. You may need to take vitamin supplements or find specific vitamin fortified foods to make sure you are getting enough vitamin B-12 and vitamin D. Omega-3 fatty acids, which are a key component of good health.

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-Koh Liang Wee

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