Learn more about the similarities and differences between these two diets.
One diet is meat-heavy while the other eliminates all animal products.
Are there any similarities between keto and vegan?
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What is a vegan diet and why do people follow it?
Some vegans avoid honey too.
According to theHumane Society International, eating a meat-free diet can cut our water footprint in half.
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Producing meat also creates more CO2 emissions and pollution than growing plants.
What is a keto diet?
Today, the keto diet has become a popular weight loss diet.
There are no restrictions on calories or macronutrients on a vegan diet.
There are technically no foods or food groups eliminated on keto.
Healthy fats are encouraged on both diets.
Plant-based sources of fat like olive oil, avocados, nuts and seeds are allowed on both diets.
The best protein sources for vegans are beans, legumes, tofu, whole grains, nuts and seeds.
(Here’s acomplete list of the top 10 vegan proteins.)
Is either diet healthy?
Can I keep eating like this for the long-term?
It also depends on the foods choices you’re making.
you’re free to also feel good about doing your part to help the environment.
Vegans have higher consumption of whole grains, soy and nuts, which help keep your heart healthy.
They do not reap the same benefits of vegans who consume mostly whole foods.
Vegans are at risk for some nutritional deficiencies.
Vitamin D intake is a concern for some, but spending time in the sun each day can help.
Some mushrooms, which are exposed to UV light, are high in vitamin D too.
Nutritional yeast is a vegan favorite, is high in B12 and can be sprinkled on popcorn or salads.
Vegans should also monitor protein intake and aim to pair complementary sources like beans and grains.
The keto diet is difficult to follow long-term and long-term studies are lacking at this point.
If people primarily eat red and processed meats, they could in fact beincreasingtheir risk for cancer.
Finally, keto has some less than desirable short-term side effects, often called “keto flu.”
Ensuring adequate fluid and electrolyte intake can help counter some of these symptoms.
Before deciding on either, determine why you want to do it and if it fits within your lifestyle.
Keto is effective for treatment of epilepsy in kids and leads to rapid weight loss.
However, long-term studies are lacking on those who follow keto long-term.
We always recommend checking with your doctor and a dietitian before choosing either diet.
