Laughter, curiosity, and a touch of skepticism - few topics elicit such a mixed bag of reactions like the ever-growing trend of plant-based diets. Influential celebrities like Kim Kardashian and Mark Wahlberg swear by it. Professional athletes credit this diet for their increased performance levels. It’s unsettling our traditional food pyramid, but is it a passing fad, or is there more to it?
A plant-based diet, in its simplest form, revolves around eating foods primarily from plants. This not only includes fruits and vegetables, but also nuts, seeds, oils, whole grains, legumes, and beans. It doesn’t mean that you are vegetarian or vegan and never eat meat or dairy but rather choosing more of your foods from plant sources.
There’s an abounding arsenal of research linking plant-based diets to a lower risk of health conditions like high blood pressure, heart disease, and obesity. Some even argue that it’s better for the environment as it could reduce our carbon footprint. Adversely, critics question if it offers sufficient nutrient intake and pose concerns over its suitability for all age groups.
Whether you’re an omnivore, a vegan or have just been playing with the idea of incorporating more plants into your diet - let’s discuss. Can a plant-based diet provide us with the wholesome nutrition we require? Has anyone tried it and seen any improvements in their health and lifestyle? Or did you find it restrictive and challenging? What 🤔
