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Veganism — a simple approach to a flesh-free, nutrient-rich diet.
Veganism is the practice of abstaining from the use of animal products, particularly in diet and an associated philosophy that rejects the poor treatment of animals.
An individual who follows the diet or philosophy is known as a vegan. Distinctions may be made between several categories of veganism. Dietary vegans also are known as “strict vegans”, refrain from consuming meat, eggs, or dairy, and any other animal-derived substances. Ethical vegans, also known as “moral vegetarians” are those that not only follows a vegan diet, but extends the philosophy into other areas of their lives, and opposes the use of animals for any purpose.
Well-planned vegan diets are regarded as appropriate for all stages of life by experts. This includes during infancy and pregnancy. A poorly planned vegan diet may lead to nutritional deficiencies that nullify any beneficial effects and may cause serious health issues, some of which can only be prevented with fortified foods or dietary supplements. Vitamin B12 supplementation is important because its deficiency causes blood disorders and potentially irreversible neurological damage, though this danger is also present in poorly-planned non-vegan diets.
