Vegetarian and vegan diet: five things for over-65s to consider if switching to a plant-based diet

Vegetarian and vegan diet: five things for over-65s to consider if switching to a plant-based diet

Plant-based diets continue to grow in popularity, worldwide. There are plenty of reasons people switch to a plant-based diet, including ethical and environmental reasons. However, a growing number of people are shunning meat for health reasons. Evidence shows that plant-based diets may help support the immune system, lower the risk of heart disease and stroke, [...]