Muscle & Fitness Magazine Extolls Benefits of Veganism

Step aside, meat! One veg athlete is encouraging others to embrace plant proteins in a new article by Muscle & Fitness.

“My only beef with some beef eaters is their quick condemnation of those who look beyond livestock for their protein fix, says Ian Cohen, the article’s author.

“Just know that a well-rounded, plant-based diet rich in fruits, vegetables, nuts, and whole grains can easily provide all the protein your body needs to build muscle, he continues. “More important, according to numerous studies … people who eat a plant-based diet lead longer, healthier lives.

More and more athletes, including world record-breaking strongman Patrik Baboumian, and world-famous tennis sensation Venus Williams, are turning to veganism to maximize performance.

Indeed, meatless diets have numerous health benefits. In addition to helping athletes perform at the top of their games, a vegan diet reduces the risk of top killers such as heart disease, cancer, and diabetes. As the article states, the risk of heart disease is about a third lower for vegetarians.

For a list of protein-packed vegan foods, click here. And check out ChooseVeg.com for more information on transitioning to a plant-based diet.