A plant-based diet is purported to lower cholesterol, reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure and certain cancers. Even the Duchess of Sussex, Meaghan Markle has shared that she sticks to a vegan diet on weekdays to upkeep her health and fitness.
Along with predominantly religious practices found in Asia, especially in countries like Thailand and India; other aspirations like wanting to live more consciously and reduce an individual’s carbon footprint, as well as taking a stand