World Vegan Day is observed anually on November 1 with an aim to prevent the exploitation of animals to satisfy ones own needs. This year, the theme will be based on the animal rights-focused campaign 'Future Normal.' Being a vegan is to follow a plant-based diet and avoid meat and any kind of animal products at all. Here are a few pros and cons of the diet that you probably didn't know about.(Pexels)
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Improve blood sugar levels: Following a vegetarian or vegan diet can help improve blood sugar levels and insulin sensitivity since vegan foods tend to be lower in saturated fat and higher in fibre.(Pexels)
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Decreased chance of heart disease: Several studies have linked veganism to better cholesterol levels, reduced inflammation and lower rates of heart disease.(Unsplash)
Weight loss: Eliminating meat and any kind of animal products and following a vegan diet can help you lose weight and lower your cholesterol levels since it includes a variety of nutritious food.(Pixabay)
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Lack of Iron: Vegans and vegetarians are at higher risk of iron deficient anemia. Plant foods contain an iron called non-heme iron which is much less absorbable by the body.(Unsplash)
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Britain's Prince William, Prince of Wales and Britain's Catherine, Princess of Wales arrive to attend a State Banquet at Windsor Castle in Windsor, on December 3, 2025, the first day of a three day state visit by the German President. President Frank-Walter Steinmeier received a ceremonial welcome to Britain Wednesday as his state visit got into full swing -- the first by Germany's official head of state in 27 years.
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The Friends-giving in POPCITY float is prepared on the eve of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade 2025 on Manhattan's upper west side in New York City
