Published 23 January 2024
In a pioneering exploration of the health benefits of veganism, the Stanford University Department of Medicine recently conducted a comprehensive study utilizing identical twins. The research delved into the profound impacts of adopting a fully plant-based diet, shedding light on its benefits for overall well-being.
The study paired 22 identical twins where one twin followed an omnivorous diet and the other an animal-free diet. It unraveled the intricacies of how a vegan diet may influence various aspects of health. From nutritional advantages to potential long-term effects, the research found that a vegan diet improves overall cardiovascular health.
Additionally, the twins following a vegan diet showed about a 20% drop in fasting insulin (a higher insulin level is a risk factor for developing diabetes), and they also lost an average of 4.2 more pounds (1.9kg) than the omnivores.
Netflix’s four-part documentary series, ‘You Are What You Eat: A Twin Experiment’, follows four pairs of identical twins who participated in the Stanford twin study.
The eye-opening series has captivated audiences worldwide, prompting a surge of interest and in plant-based living. As well as covering the results of the experiment, the documentary also highlights the realities of the animal agriculture industry on animals, people, and the environment.
As an extension of this collective curiosity, many individuals have discovered the 30 Day Vegan Easy Challenge and have signed up to give it a go. The challenge serves as a tangible and accessible way for people to embark on their vegan journey and invites participants to experience the positive changes themselves.
The free Vegan Easy Challenge not only offers a structured and supportive platform but also addresses common concerns and provides valuable resources to ease the transition to vegan living. Participants can access guidance, recipes, and a supportive community to navigate their journey toward well-being as well as contribute to a more sustainable and compassionate world.
ETHiX Racing Team is fuelling the sim-racing world with kindness through its advocacy for various causes and organizations centered around compassion, equality and a safe future for all beings.
Professional chef, Jimmy van der Linden, originally from the Netherlands, reignited his love for creating delicious food for others while starting up his own plant-based meal kit service in Melbourne, Australia.
At the 5th annual Vegan Fashion Week, the celebration of ethically sourced, cruelty-free, and sustainable fashion reached new heights.
As women enter the perimenopausal and menopausal stages of their life, our bodies undergo significant hormonal changes, along with age related changes, that can impact muscle mass, bone density, and fat distribution. A plant-based diet can provide benefits to women as they navigate these physical and hormonal changes.
For some athletes competing at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, a plant-based diet makes them feel fitter, faster, and stronger.
In a groundbreaking effort to combat food injustice and celebrate Juneteenth, Chef Supreme Divine and The Harvest Academy, along with key sponsors Beyond Meat, Gen V, and Vegans of LA, will set a Guinness World Record by delivering 1,000 vegan meals in one hour at Estrada Courts. This event not only aims to break records but also address the food disparities faced by underserved communities in LA and across the nation.
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