Time for a change in diet?! In times of increased health consciousness – not just because of Corona – as well as the need for more sustainability and environmental protection, the trend towards veganism continues to rise.
More and more people are opting for a life completely free of animal products. Being vegan means not just giving up meat; other animal products like eggs, butter, cheese, and yogurt are also off-limits. The motives are not just love for animals, but also increased environmental awareness and the conviction that a vegan diet can be good for the body.
Why vegan?
The motives for changing one's diet are as varied and diverse as the people themselves. The decision to eat a vegetarian or vegan diet is often made out of compassion for animals, but also for health reasons such as intolerances, cardiovascular diseases, high cholesterol levels, or even high blood pressure. A strong sense of environmental awareness is also a factor.
More nature
More free land: A 2018 study by the University of Oxford states that without meat and dairy production, agricultural land worldwide could be reduced by up to 75 percent. This corresponds to an area as large as the USA, China, the EU, and Australia combined.
Eating vegan: Positive effects for the body
• Weight loss
Veganism can help to get rid of excess fat. Comparative studies have shown that vegetarians and vegans can lose up to 2.5 kilos more in the same period than meat-eaters. This is due to an increased intake of fruits and vegetables and lower cholesterol levels. Meat products are often higher in fat and calories.
• Skin becomes beautiful:
The skin also benefits from giving up animal products. It has been shown that excessive meat consumption promotes inflammatory processes in the body. This can result in pimples, water retention, and dull skin.
• More energy:
If you observe yourself, you might understand that a diet heavily based on meat can lead to digestion working less efficiently, leaving you feeling lethargic and tired. As previously mentioned, too many animal products can promote inflammation in the body, which affects more than just your complexion.
• Good immune system:
The chronic state of inflammation caused by excessive meat consumption in the body weakens the body's defenses. A vegan lifestyle means plenty of fruits and vegetables, and therefore the intake of healthy foods that support the immune system.
Good to know:
Nutritionists recommend not eating meat every day. It should be no more than 300 to 600 grams of meat and sausage per week. (Source: Verbraucherzentrale.de)
• Are you interested in vegan recipes? Here is a vegan recipe that you can, of course, cook at any time and not just for Christmas.
