RD&T’s contributing writer, Marlene Watson-Tara shares a useful list of links and evidence supporting the claim that humans don’t need to consume animal products to maintain health. As Tara says, “Remember, knowledge is power.”
What is a vegan diet? A vegan diet contains only plants (such as grains, beans, vegetables, nuts, seeds, and fruits). Vegans do not eat foods that come from animals, including dairy products and eggs.
Healthy Eating as a Vegan
You can get all of the nutrients you need from eating a varied and balanced vegan diet. The NHS needs to update their information in terms of its infancy recommendations: A vegan diet is completely healthy from birth to old age. They also recommend lots of oils for omega-3 sources. Nuts, seeds, etc., are a far healthier choice.
