Veganism means avoiding the use of animal products, mostly in the diet. It is a philosophy that rejects the commodity status of animals. Dietary vegans are strict vegetarians who have abstained from consuming eggs, meat, dairy products, and other animal-related substances.
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I have recently switched to strict veganism. What are its cons?
Query: Hi doctor, I am 29 years old. I have recently switched to strict veganism. So, I do not consume any kind of animal-based dairy products. I eat only plant-based foods. However, I am concerned I may develop some kind of nutritional deficiency if I stick to veganism. Is it true that veganism is not ent... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Yes, following a vegan diet is not an issue, but give your body time to adapt to it, and gradually you can shift. Yes, you need to add some supplements to cover initially, then you can manage. Vegan food's cost and availability can be an iss... Read Full »
Does a plant-based diet enhance overall health?
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 70-year-old man. I am curious and would like to know how plant-based diets enhance my health. Are there any genuine benefits to eliminating meat and focusing only on plants? Is it worth it, considering my age? Also, is there any accurate information on how a plant-based diet migh... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Yes, the Mediterranean diet plan emphasizes greater consumption of plant-based foods and a lower intake of animal items. It includes dietary habits that considerably reduce the likelihood of developing health issues su... Read Full »
I recently switched to a plant-based diet. Please guide
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 29-year-old female, struggling with my health, and I am not sure what to do. I recently switched to a plant-based diet, hoping for the health benefits associated with veganism. However, I have been feeling fatigued, and I am concerned that I might not be getting all the nutrient... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Yes, following a vegan diet or plant diet is not an issue but give your body time to adapt to it and gradually you can shift. Yes, you need to add some supplements to cover initially than you can manage as well vegan food, and its cost a... Read Full »
I want to opt for a vegan diet that excludes maida derivatives. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 29-year-old woman who wants to adopt a vegan diet. I am curious about its importance and potential benefits. Can you provide me with information on why a vegan diet is considered significant? I am concerned about getting all the essential nutrients from a vegan diet. Is it possib... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read the query, and I can understand your concern. I suggest the following vegan diet plan: Early in the morning, have a glass of soy milk with three soaked almonds and two walnuts. After two hours, one banana and a quarter cup of seeds mix a trail of sunfl... Read Full »