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Choosing to go vegan is a huge decisionone that comes with a slew of health pros and cons. But these days, plant-based eating is becoming more and more popular, and now, plenty of celebrities are switching to vegan diets.
As a refresher, vegans do not eat anything produced by an animal or with animal byproducts, including eggs, dairy, meat, and honey. Instead, plants make up 100% of vegans meals. Some vegans also avoid wearing clothing or using products made from or with animals. Vegan diets can bring plenty of health benefits including weight loss, according to researchers.
In fact, 9.7 million Americans are now vegan, according to a 2019 survey. Tons of celebrities are included in that figuresome recently, and some who have long promoted the plant-based diet. Many, like Lizzo and Michelle Pfeiffer, were motivated by health reasons. Others, like James Cameron and Sadie Sink, cite environmental factors. And plenty, like Joaquin Phoenix and Ruby Rose, are guided by animal rights. But all vegan celebrities can agree on one thing: Plants taste pretty darn good!
Hoping to finally make the switch to a vegan lifestyle? Here, celebrities share why they opt for plant-based eating, plus the amazing benefits that theyve noticed since swearing off animal products. Suddenly, your choice doesnt seem so difficult anymoreit might even be the huge change youve been waiting for.
And while youre here, why not check out some delicious vegan recipes, too, like farro risotto, red lentil hummus, and blueberry smoothie bowls? After all, its never too early to get started!
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40 Vegan Celebrities on Eating a Plant-Based Diet - Prevention.com
