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Why Plant-based?
A plant-based diet consists of grains, fruits, vegetables, legumes, nuts, seeds, herbs and spices, and minimises animal products including meat, fish, poultry, eggs and dairy products.
Specifically, whole food plant-based diets (which avoids all animal products and further limit processed foods including mock meat), have gained widespread recognition for their remarkable impact on overall health and the environment.
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Improved weight management
Reduced risk of type 2 diabetes
Lower LDL (bad) cholesterol and blood pressure
Reduced risk of heart disease and heart disease mortality
Reduced risk of chronic kidney disease
Increased protection against cancers
Reduced risk of cognitive impairment among older adults
Reduced risk of sarcopenia and frailty with adequate protein intake
Reduced greenhouse gas emissions and water use
Improved environmental sustainability