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True or False: Vegan Diet Fact Check | Dr. Neal Barnard Live Q&A

Apr 25, 2024
Dr. Neal Barnard debunks vegan diet myths in a True or False Q&A. Topics include protein sources, cost comparison, sperm count, mental health, and more. The discussion emphasizes the benefits of a well-planned plant-based diet and clarifies misconceptions about nutritional requirements and health impacts.
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Quick takeaways

  • Vegans can meet all nutritional requirements with plant-based diet, including protein and iron.
  • A vegan diet does not have half the protein as a regular diet, various plant-based foods provide ample protein.

Deep dives

Plant-Based Evolution

Humans did not evolve by eating meat, ancestors were primarily plant-based. Meat consumption came later in our evolution. Stone Age tools and fire made meat more accessible, but our natural diet is plant-based.

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