Vegetarian Medical Research

Becoming a vegetarian - Harvard Health

https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/becoming-a-vegetarian

April 15, 2020. People become vegetarians for many reasons, including health, religious convictions, concerns about animal welfare or the use of antibiotics and hormones in livestock, or a desire to eat in a way that avoids excessive use of environmental resources. Some people follow a largely vegetarian diet because they can't afford to eat meat. Becoming a vegetarian has become more appealing and accessible, thanks to the year-round availability of fresh produce, more vegetarian dining ...

The long-term health of vegetarians and vegans - PubMed

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Vegetarians, who do not eat any meat, poultry or fish, constitute a significant minority of the world's population. Lacto-ovo-vegetarians consume dairy products and/or eggs, whereas …

Vegetarian Diets Linked to Lower Mortality

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Vegetarian Diets Linked to Lower Mortality. Adults who eat a more plant-based diet may be boosting their chance of living longer, …

Are There Health Downsides To Vegetarian Diets?

https://www.webmd.com/diet/obesity/news/20191104/are-there-health-downsides-to-vegetarian-diets

Vegetarians had a 13% lower risk of heart disease than meat eaters. But they also had a 20% higher rate of stroke than meat eaters. That translated to three more …

Vegetarian diet: How to get the best nutrition - Mayo Clinic

https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/vegetarian-diet/art-20046446

Is a vegetarian or vegan diet for you?

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Vegetarian and vegan diets can be healthy, but they can lack certain nutrients. You may have to use a little creativity to ensure you get enough protein, calcium, iron, and vitamin B12. You …

Vegetarian Diet: An Overview through the Perspective of …

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8069426/

Vegetarian diets, including strict vegetarianism (veganism), are considered healthy and nutritionally adequate, and can supply people’s nutritional needs at all life …

Nutrition concerns and health effects of vegetarian diets

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21139125/

When a vegetarian diet is appropriately planned and includes fortified foods, it can be nutritionally adequate for adults and children and can promote health and lower the risk of …

Vegetarian diet: Benefits, risks, and tips

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/8749

A vegetarian diet can provide a wide variety of healthful, nutritious foods, but what the person eats will depend on the type of diet they are following and their personal food choices. …

8 myths about vegetarian and vegan diets …

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/medical-myths-vegetarian-and-vegan-diets

Vegetarians can derive B12 from eggs and milk products, including cheese. Meanwhile, a range of vegan-friendly foods are fortified with B12, including some cereals, tofu, nondairy …