[Shimpy]

Originally Posted by rubicon

Nature provided meat and had given us incisors for a reason.

Actually if we were meant to eat meat, then we would be able to run down wild game, take a bite into the neck with large canine teeth and eat it raw.
A man is hardly a match for a 40 lb. dog let alone being able to catch it. We have the digestive track (long) of grain and nut eaters, with the teeth for grinding. Carnivors have an extremely short digestive track and very strong digestive juices which we are lacking.

[thedahmans]

Originally Posted by rubicon

Strictly being vagan leads to gastro problems and requires careful planning to be sure you are getting the proper nutrients. Once again the Greeks had it right moderation in all things. I'll bet these same doctors shift their advice a few years down the road. A few years ago coffee was on the hit list. today it offers 11 health benefits.Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmm

I've eaten a plant-based diet for over 4 years and don't have any gastro problems... no problems at all. And no, it doesn't take any planning to get the proper nutrients. If you eat a balanced diet you get plenty of vitamins and minerals. I do however take a multivitamin everyday, as should everyone regardless of what type of diet they eat.

Bottom line is, if you want to stay healthy or get healthy, a plant-based diet is the way to go.

[thedahmans]

If you want to learn more about how what you eat affects your health read the China Study by Dr. Campbell or visit check out the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine at PCRM: Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine.