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Vegetarian vs. Meat Diets:
In comparing the vegetarian diet vs. the meat diet the former often comes out
on top.
Many supporters of the vegetarian diet believe that livestock pastures cut
drastically into land that could otherwise be used to grow food. In addition,
the same supporters argue that vast quantities of food that could be feeding
humans is instead going to feed livestock raised to produce meat.
Meat-eaters are said to run a greater risk of contracting cancer than those
who observe a healthy vegetarian diet.
The risk of contracting breast cancer is 3.8 times greater for women who eat
meat daily compared to less than once a week. The risk of fatal prostate cancer
is also 3.6 times greater for men who consume meat.
A healthy vegetarian diet is said to prevent heart disease and lower blood
pressure. It can also alleviate gallstones, kidney stones and osteoporosis.
In addition a total vegetarian diet can often help people who suffer from diabetes
and asthma.
The medical benefits of an vegetarian diet can also be observed in cancer prevention.
The fruits and vegetables that make up a healthy vegetarian diet are high in
antioxidants and phytochemicals and are therefore thought to help the body defend
itself against cancer.
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