Vegan
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The document provides information on various topics related to veganism, including definitions of veganism, reasons why people become vegan, the environmental and health impacts of vegan diets, an overview of the vegan diet, and tips for transitioning to a vegan lifestyle. Across multiple sections, the document examines veganism from different angles, citing sources from reputable vegan organizations to support its discussion of these topics.
Vegan
- 4. Veganism Definition • Definition: Veganism is a way of living which seeks to exclude, as far as is possible and practicable, all forms of exploitation of, and cruelty to, animals for food, clothing or any other purpose. This definition was taken off the vegan society • Summary: The vegan website defines veganism very well as it looks into its early early beginnings and how veganism was defined in the 1940’s and how it has been slightly tweaked overtime as to what it means and what the diet includes. The vegan society summarizes the diet very well and explains that you can still eat food such as cake and pizzas if they’re made with plant based ingredients. This article also explains that compassion is a key reason in choosing a vegan lifestyle and that it is not just about the diet as animal products are now found in lots of things such as clothing and bathroom items but fortunately there are affordable and easily sourced alternatives. The vegan society also talks abut other aspects of a vegan lifestyle including medical charities, medicine and entertainment and explains each topic in thorough detail.
- 5. Veganism Definition • Validation Of Sources: I very much trust this website as I know it is one of the most well known vegan organizations. Also the fact that this page isn’t editable assures that this information that I have collected isn’t false. Another reason to believe this article is that the information is linked t other websites which further backs up what’s been written. • Further Research: to further my research I will look at different definitions and different takings on how veganism works from other websites and articles. • https://www.vegansociety.com/go-vegan/definition-veganism
- 6. Why go vegan? • There are many reasons why people go vegan. In terms of why it largely depends on life experiences, interests, outlook on the world and the timing of when certain issues are brought to their attention. A first reason why people go vegan is to do with health and nutrition and because they read of the so called long term health benefits and it prevents artery clogging among other things. The negative impacts of animal agriculture is another reason why people turn to being vegan. Environmental protection is another factor as the fact industrialized animal farming is a huge factor that is contributing to environmental degradation and the facts are so compelling that anyone seeking to live a more sustainable or eco- friendly lifestyle cannot help but question the impact of their food choices on the environment. Morality is another reason why people come vegans as anyone who cares for animals in any way will probably question whether there is a difference between the animals they care for and protect and those that we bread and kill for food. This also leads to social justice as anyone who is opposed to injustice in the world, should pause and think about the fact that we breed and kill billions of animals on an annual basis.
- 7. Why go vegan? • Summary: I found this information off http://www.onegreenplanet.org/lifestyle/the-5-reasons-people-go-vegan/ which for me looks a trusted site as it is always advertising its own app called food monster. It goes into thorough detail about 5 different reasons why people might go vegan. It also provides links within the paragraphs.
- 8. Environmental Impact It has been suggested by us scientists that eating fruit and vegetables could actually be worse for the environment than eating meat products. One of the researchers suggested that ‘eating lettuce is over three times worse in greenhouse gas emissions than eating bacon’. In general however research tell us that animal products is so bad for the environment. The Vegan Society explains that the production of meat and other animal products places a heavy burden on the environment, from crops and water required to feed the animals, to the transport and other processes involved from farm to fork. For example, In Brazil the equivalent of 5.6 million acres of land is used to grow soya beans for animals in Europe. his contributes to developing world malnutrition. Deforestation is also caused by animal products because of the amount of grain seed that is required. On the flip side to this, lower quantities of crops and water are needed to sustain a vegan diet. https://www.vegansociety.com/go-vegan/why-go-veganhttp://www.sciencealert.com/vegetarian-and-healthy-diets-may- actually-be-worse-for-the-environment-study-finds
- 9. Environmental Impact • Summary: I looked at two very different articles, with one suggesting that vegetarian diets may actually be worse for the environment. I found this article at sciencealert.com and talks in thorough detail about this topic. It references its information to a study found in the US and that researchers at the Carnegie Mellon University suggested this theory. They go through 3 different scenarios to try and prove their theory. On the other hand the second article I looked at which talks about how meat and other animal products have a negative effect on the environment are a lot more convincing in their writing. This is because their information is based on facts. They also provide links for more information on ‘why meat and dairy are so bad for the environment’
- 10. Environmental Impact • Validation Of Sources: Out of the two sources I looked I very much trust one but don’t trust the other one at all. I know for a fact that the Vegan Society is a trusted organization and is an official website. On the other hand , the article about why a vegetarian diet is worse for the environment it was written on a cheap website in blog style. This to me sounds like it could potentially be false information. • Further Research: I would further this research by looking at and reading through a couple more websites and articles about the impact vegan diets have on the environment.
- 11. Health Is the vegan diet healthy? Research shows that it is high in vitamin C and fibre but just like any other diet it depends on what you eat. Technically just eating ready salted crisps is following a vegan lifestyle but that is not healthy at all. Research also shows that the vegan diet is lower in unsaturated fat than one containing a meat product. Recent statistics also show that people who are on a vegan diet are thinner than ones that are not. Although it sounds great that a vegan diet contains more fruit, vegetables and nuts than a non vegan diet, in terms of micronutrients a vegan diet is actually more susceptible to being nutritionally poor. There is less calcium, vitamin d and iron in this diet. This information was taken from Jamie Oliver’s website. http://www.jamieoliver.com/news-and- features/features/vegan-diet-healthy/
- 12. Health • Summary: I like this article because first of all it is written by a trusted author as she is a registered nutritionist so you now for a fact you now what she’s talking about. This article references other sources to back up their points and talks in great detail about the diet and what foods to eat make sure that it boosts you’re health. She also talks about micronutrients thoroughly and the positives and negatives about them. She also links videos about different food products that you could potentially eat including the vegan burger. However she also says that being a vegan does not necessarily mean that you are going to be healthier. She then uses facts to prove this and also her opinion on the matter. She uses specific examples to explain her points such as saying how vegan deserts have the opportunity to be a lot healthier than conventional baking because bakers have to come up with inventive ways of substituting out the better and cream. She also talks about her preferred choice to give the reader more ideas and thoughts. • Validation Of Sources: I trust this source because it is taken from one of the most well respected chef’s in England in Jamie Oliver. This says to me that he will only employ genuinely top writers who know exactly what there talking about. • Further Research: to add to this I would contrast and compare with a few different websites.
- 13. Health Summary: This information has been taken from the Vegan Society and is 100% fact based. This is proven with the link for the scientifically proven benefits and how it compares with the average western diet. It also talks about what a plant based diet includes in terms of nutrients and how vegan diets mitigate some of the worlds biggest health issues like obesity, heart disease, diabetes and cancer. Validation of sources: This source is trustworthy as it is one of the most recognized vegans institutions out there. Further Research: For research in the future I will compare with other websites talking about health with the vegan diet.
- 14. Diet Overview The vegan diet mainly consists of nuts, seeds, grains, bean, fruit and vegetables. Veganism is an extremely strict diet where they don’t allow themselves to go near meat, fish, eggs and any dairy product. Despite their limits, vegans should get enough protein, calcium, iron, vitamin b12 and omega-3 fatty acids. Despite the fact protein is rich in banned foods such as meat and eggs, they manage to get their requirement through vegan foods such as soybeans, lentils and almonds. Their calcium needs are met through foods such as broccoli and spinach while iron which is a essential mineral necessary for red blood cells and the transportation of oxygen in our body is also digested with dried fruits and enriched cereals. Vitamin b12 is a water soluble vitamin essential for the production of red blood cells. This vitamin is pretty much only found in animal products so therefore they must eat foods which include nutritional yeast and fortified cereals. Finally Omega-3 fatty acids which are needed for brain and heart health can be found in walnuts and flaxseeds. http://healthyeating.sfgate.com/list-foods-vegans-eat-3763.html
- 15. Diet Summary: NHS choices talk about their idea of a healthy diet by listing 5 or 6 different factors and also provide a link to the eat well guide for a more detailed explanation about a healthy diet. They also talk about what nutrients would work out the best for a vegan diet and problems and solutions about being pregnant and breastfeeding for a vegan. The NHS also list different food products and sources for different nutrients. They suggest different foods for calcium and vitamin d, iron, vitamin b12 and omega 3 fatty acids. Validation Of Sources: This is one of the best sources that you could find in my opinion because the whole of the uk rely on the NHS for information about health. This guarantees that this data won’t be unfounded.
- 16. DietSummary: BBC Good Food go through shopping tips and recommendations for what to have for each meal of the day. They also reference a guideline for daily amounts you should have of each nutrition. They suggest that you should have a breakfast that is high in fibre and vitamins C and D. Good Food recommend that you should have a mid morning snack such as a cherry soya yoghurt. In terms of lunch they suggest that you should pack it with a combination of carb rich foods for energy and satisfying protein from foods such as nuts, seeds, beans and pulses. A mid afternoon snack should also be consumed such as an apricot and seed bar. Finally there's tea where they recommend foods such as lentil lasagne and ratatouille.
- 17. Diet • Validation Of Sources: This entire source was taken from BBC’s Good Food website and because BBC have some of the best sources it is incredibly likely to be correct information. • Further Research: Look at another vegan diet and see how the foods compare and contrast.
- 18. Changing To Vegan Summary: The vegan society dedicate an article on the process of changing to vegan. They talk about the fact that you need to take it slow and that you need to keep you’re end goal in mind but go at your own pace. They also link food recommendations for budget foods and a general recipe link. They also advise you to try new things, keep learning but also ask for help when required. Validation Of Sources: The Vegan Society is a top veganuary site which is heavily reliable https://www.vegansociety.com/go- vegan/how-go-vegan
- 19. Changing To Vegan • Summary: I love vegan is a website which also dedicates a page to transitioning to a vegan lifestyle. This page goes into thorough detail about various factors and steps of becoming vegan, including to learn as much as you can, to add to your diet before you subtract from it and find and remember your motivation to change. They also talk in depth about barrier foods and recommend to leave this until the end of your transition. • Validation Of Sources: This is another very reliable source within the vegan community. Because of the constant referencing makes me believe that this information is correct as well as the fact that the information is very similar to the vegan society. • Further Research: I wouldn’t do anymore because I have already got two articles on this matter.