A vegetarian lifestyle offers more than just the commonly known benefits of weight management and lower cholesterol. As plant-based diets gain popularity, researchers continue to discover surprising ...

The vegetarian lifestyle has been gaining significant traction in a world that constantly seeks ways to improve health and well-being. With a growing body of scientific evidence highlighting the ...

There are many healthy foods and diets, and vegetarianism is one option. Vegetarian diets, which eliminate beef, chicken, pork and other animal meats, can reduce the risk of obesity, high blood ...

A review of research to date finds that vegan and vegetarian diets can support healthy growth in children, but may pose a ...

In our society, we often only seriously consider an event if it directly affects ourselves or our loved ones. It is the “what’s in it for us” mentality. I find this attitude deeply troubling, ...

A vegan diet excludes all animal derived foods including meat, fish, dairy, and eggs. Instead, it relies on vegetables, ...

CINCINNATI (WKRC) - A recent study found that plant-based diets, like those of vegans and vegetarians, could significantly improve gut health among other benefits. A new study published in Nature ...

The largest dietary study comparing children’s diets shows that eating a vegetarian and vegan diet can work well for growing children, provided families stay on top of critical nutrients. Learn more ...

The difference between going vegan versus vegetarian primarily centers on the role of animals in food production. "While both diets focus on eating more plant-based foods, vegetarians are allowed to ...

To find out the answers, BBC Future worked with Sarah Bridle, professor of food, climate and society at the University of York in the UK, and freelance sustainability researcher Rebecca Lait to ...