The expert said that a strict vegan diet, while providing numerous health benefits, can sometimes lead to certain nutritional deficiencies due to the exclusion of all animal products. However, with careful planning and knowledge, these deficiencies can be prevented. New Delhi: Going vegetarian is one thing, but going vegan is completely different as this diet involves going dairy-free as well.
While this diet is known to reduce carbon footprint of an individual and it offers health benefits such as weight loss, healthy heart and diabetes management, along with better mental health, there are some risks involved as well. Ever wondered how going vegan can take a toll on your health? What are the health risks of going vegan? In an interaction with News9Live, Harendra Dubey, Dietician at Sharda Hospital, spoke about the effects of going vegan and how one can start following the regimen safely. The expert said that a strict vegan diet, while providing numerous health benefits, can sometimes lead to certain nutritional deficiencies due to the exclusion of all animal products.
However, with careful planning and knowledge, these deficiencies can be prevented. Here are some common deficiencies and ways to prevent them:.
