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Nearly half a million UTIs in the US linked to E. coli in meat

“When you are packing animals together very tightly, pigs or poultry, and buying them from the same breeder, yes, the dangerous strain of E. coli is going to spread very quickly.”  A new study has shown that E. coli from meat products may be behind more than half a million urinary tract infections in the …

7 high-protein veggies you must eat daily

It’s a myth that vegans are protein deficient. These seven of the best plant-based protein sources are great for fulfilling your macronutrient requirements. Eating a diet high in protein is essential for a healthy body. Among its many functions, protein is essential for building and repairing muscle. However, vegetables, which are an important part of …

Red meat increases endometriosis risk by 56%, indicates new research

The review showed that eating meat and fatty foods may lead to excess estrogen in the body, which can cause endometriosis pain to flare up.  A new review conducted by the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) has looked at the correlation between red meat and endometriosis. The findings have been published in the medical …

Jessie J ditches vegan diet due to pregnancy cravings

Jessie J previously went vegan to tackle her health issues. Jessie J has ditched her plant-based diet due to pregnancy cravings. The 34-year-old recently shared a picture of herself enjoying a meaty meal at Joyce’s Jerk Joint Caribbean restaurant in London on her Instagram story. She wrote: “Most of my days vegan. Some days really …

Swiss dairy industry threatened as demand for plant-based milk increases 80%

According to the Swiss dairy industry, alternative milk brands pose a challenge because they unduly mimic everything about milk, including its packaging and nutritional profile and make false sustainability claims. The dairy industry globally is becoming increasingly desperate to clutch onto its market position amid a significant shift in consumer attitudes towards dairy. According to …

Antioxidants in fruits and vegetables linked to slower memory decline, new study reveals

“Something as simple as eating more fruits and vegetables and drinking more tea is an easy way for people to take an active role in maintaining their brain health.” According to a new study, people who follow a vegan diet that includes more antioxidant flavonols like those found in fruits and vegetables as well as …

What is selenium and are you getting enough of it as a vegan?

Here’s everything you need to know about this critical micronutrient… Selenium is a trace mineral, which means humans don’t need a huge amount to stay healthy. But don’t underestimate its powers; it’s an essential nutrient and critical for the proper functioning of our bodies. According to The Royal Society of Chemistry, our bodies contain around …

66-year-old athlete says he is ‘visual proof that being vegan long-term is beneficial for our minds, bodies, and self-respect as a species

The vegan athlete as a young child was warned that he had less chances of surviving because of his dietary choices. John Machin has been a lifelong vegan. He has never eaten meat and dairy. He is 66 years now, but as a young child was warned that he had less chances of surviving because …

27-year-old reverses psoriasis on a plant-based diet after steroids failed to treat his condition

“I can’t wait to be with friends and to just feel good in myself, knowing that I am healthier and happier inside and out.” A 27-year-old says adopting a plant-based diet has helped him reverse his ‘severe’ psoriasis after the skin condition forced him to become a ‘hermit’. Scot Cunningham, who enjoyed spotless skin throughout …

New study claims vegans and vegetarians depressed twice as often as meat-eaters

The study surveyed 14,216 participants aged 35 to 74 years over six months to draw the conclusion. According to a new study by Brazilian researchers, people on veggie diets experience depressive episodes twice as frequently as meat eaters The research published in the Journal of Affective Disorders claims there’s a “positive association between the prevalence …

NFL quarterback Justin Fields feels ‘lighter and faster’ since going vegan

The American football quarterback for the Chicago Bears of the National Football League has been eating plant-based for more than two years. NFL star Justin Fields has credited a vegan diet for his improved athletic performance and muscle recovery. Fields, who is in his second year as a quarterback, first ditched animal products in May …

Vegans who lift weights have stronger bones, new study shows

New research shows vegans and omnivores who do resistance training may have similar bone structure. New research suggests that vegans who lift weights have stronger bones than those who don’t. The team from the Medical University of Vienna also indicated that vegans who incorporate weight lifting into their exercise routine have bone strength similar to …