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In fact, various surveys show thatbetween 4to6 percent of U.S. adultsare vegetarian or vegan.
But sticking with that eating pattern can be challenging for many people.
People might assume that dietary choices come down to willpower.
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But thats not necessarily the case, particularly when it comes to eating vegetarian and vegan.
Caveat incoming: This is just the first study to make this potential connection.
Other factors that contribute to plant-based eating
Of course, your genetics arent everything.
Another study found that global greenhousegas emissions from animal foods are double that of plant-based foods3.
This negatively impacts the health of the surrounding communities and ecosystems.
For many animal lovers, these realities have driven them towards a more plant-based lifestyle.
(Its also associated with improvedgut health10.)
This is thanks to its generally boosted fiber, vitamin, mineral, and plant compound content.
Its also important to note that no one way of eating is going to be superior foreveryone.
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If you strictly follow a plant-based lifestyle, that is wonderful.
But if you dont, take it from this dietitian: Theres no need to worry or feel shame.
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