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For Gastronauts with a conscience. Culinary delights to tantalise the taste buds of the epicurean larder lizard.
Measurements are in cups, tablespoons (tbsp), and teaspoons (tsp) for easier home cooking. Notes: 1 cup = 16 tbsp | 1 tbsp = 3 tsp.
Health & Planetary Benefits of a Vegan Diet
A vegan diet supports personal health by reducing disease risk and promoting well-being while significantly lowering environmental impact. By shifting toward plant-based eating, individuals can contribute to climate mitigation, water conservation, and wildlife protection.
Personal Benefits
*Lower Risk of Chronic Diseases
*Reduced risk of heart disease (due to lower saturated fat and cholesterol intake).
*Lower rates of hypertension (high blood pressure).
*Decreased risk of type 2 diabetes (plant-based diets improve insulin sensitivity).
*Improved Weight Management
*Vegan diets tend to be lower in calories and higher in fibre, which aids in healthy weight *loss and maintenance.
+Better Digestive Health
*High fibre intake from fruits, vegetables, and whole grains promotes gut health and prevents constipation.
*Lower Cancer Risk
*Studies link plant-based diets to a reduced risk of certain cancers (e.g., colon, breast, and prostate cancer) due to higher antioxidant and phytochemical intake.
*Enhanced Longevity
*Some research suggests that vegans may have a longer life expectancy due to reduced inflammation and a lower risk of chronic disease.
+Improved Kidney Function
*Plant-based diets may reduce the risk of kidney disease by lowering protein stress on the kidneys.
*Clearer Skin
*Reduced dairy intake is associated with fewer acne breakouts and improved skin health.
Planetary Advantages of a Vegan Diet
*Reduced Greenhouse Gas Emissions
*Animal agriculture is a major contributor to methane and CO₂ emissions (about 14.5% of global emissions).
*Plant-based diets have a much lower carbon footprint.
*Conservation of Water Resources
*Producing 1 kg of beef requires 15,000+ litres of water, whereas plant proteins like lentils need far less.
*A vegan diet can reduce an individual’s water footprint by up to 55%.
*Preservation of Land & Forests
*80% of Amazon deforestation is linked to cattle ranching.
*Switching to a plant-based diet frees up land for reforestation and biodiversity conservation.
*Reduced Ocean Dead Zones
*Animal farming contributes to water pollution (from manure and fertilizers), leading to marine dead zones.
*A vegan diet reduces demand for industrial fishing, thereby helping to protect marine ecosystems.
*Lower Energy Consumption
*Producing plant-based foods requires less energy than raising livestock.
*Improved Food Security
*Growing crops for direct human consumption (as opposed to animal feed) could potentially feed more people globally.
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“Flesh-eating is unprovoked murder.” ― Benjamin Franklin-17 Jan1706- Apr 17, 1790, was one of the founding fathers of the United States of America.
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