The Vegan Way

What are vegans? Well, Vegans are those who refuse to eat any any animals or animal products like fish, flesh, fowl, eggs, honey, or animal milk and its derivatives. Vegans also restrain from using anything that has been made from animals or harmed animals in any way while being produced such as certain makeup or fur coats.
Why do people become vegans? There are many reasons behind people going vegan that we could go into. Most commonly people choose to live this lifestyle when they feel strongly about treating anima ls fairly. However, the reasoning we're going to talk about tody pertains to the health benefits of becoming a vegan and also touch on some of the hindrances.
Because animal products are toxic to the body when consumed, it has been found that many people's health has dramatically improved by becoming vegan. Veganism has also resulted in the miraculous curing of many health problems such as asthma, arthritis, hayfever, chronic conditions, and many more. Some other benefits include a reduced income of saturated fats due to the elimination of dairy products and meats from one's diet which both contain large amounts of saturated fat. A vegan diet also usually results in a high fiber intake. Many vegans also experience weight loss. Other benefits include a longer life, healthier skin, healthier nails, and healthier hair.

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Of course, you will only experience these positive benefits if you go about being vegan in a smart and organized manner. You must be careful of what you eat and ensure that you eat a balanced diet to get all of your nutrients. You can't expect to get healthier by going out and eating french fries and tortilla chips all day. Vegans who don't eat a balanced diet often experience low iron levels which cause them to be sick and tired easily. Going vegan is a huge commitment to take on. You must be mindful that it is very difficult to eat out because most restaurants do not have vegan options. You will constantly be having to check food labels. Vegans must be very self-sufficient because most others do not accomodate for their special lifestyle.
Despite these minor setbacks, going vegan is a fantastic way to life a healthy lifestyle. Vegans who are careful to get all their nutrients and consume a balanced diet are some of the healthiest people there are.

sources:

http://gentleworld.org/rewarded-for-being-vegan/

http://www.nursingdegree.net/blog/19/57-health-benefits-of-going-vegan/