November 25th is International Vegetarian Day. This holiday aims to raise awareness about the importance of vegetarianism and promote plant-based diets over animal-based ones. So, what are the benefits of being a vegetarian?
▲Reduced risk of cancer Certain studies point to a close relationship between meat consumption and colon cancer.
▲Longer lifespan According to research by nutritionists, vegetarians tend to live longer than meat-eaters. It is understood that the residents of northern Pakistan and the Indians in central Mexico are original vegetarian peoples. They have a surprisingly low risk of cancer, heart disease, and other illnesses, and a high average life expectancy.
▲Lower cholesterol levels The cholesterol in the blood of vegetarians is always less than that of meat-eaters. If there is too much cholesterol in the blood, it can often lead to blockages in blood vessels, becoming a primary cause of high blood pressure, heart disease, and other conditions.
▲Reduced burden on the kidneys Waste from higher animals and the human body is carried to the kidneys through the blood. When the meat consumed by meat-eaters contains animal blood, it further加重 (加重 -加重) the burden on the kidneys.
▲Improved digestion Fruits and vegetables are rich in fiber, which helps improve digestive function.
Of course, not everyone is suited to a vegetarian diet. For example: People who are naturally thin and have weak immune systems; Children in their growth and development period, who may suffer from malnutrition if they only eat a vegetarian diet; Women planning to become pregnant, as a frequent vegetarian diet can lower estrogen levels and cause fertility problems; Women who are pregnant or in the postpartum period. Additionally, people with active peptic ulcers, patients with gastrointestinal inflammation, liver cirrhosis, esophageal or gastric fundus varices, renal failure, certain types of kidney stones, severe anemia, and other conditions should not follow an absolute vegetarian diet.