Benefits Of A WFPB Lifestyle
Benefits of WFPB lifestyle according to my two favorite authors:
Dr. T. Colin Campbell and Dr. Michael Greger
Heart Health
Reduces the risk of heart disease and can even reverse arterial plaque buildup.
Weight Management
Facilitates natural and sustainable weight loss without calorie counting.
Improved Digestion
Supports a healthy gut and reduces problems like constipation and diverticulitis.
Kidney Health
Helps prevent and manage kidney diseases and reduces the risk of kidney stones.
Hormonal Balance
Can help regulate and balance hormones, reducing the risk of hormone-related cancers.
Liver Health
Can reduce fat accumulation in the liver and prevent non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.
Cancer Prevention
Lowers the risk of various cancers, especially when the diet is rich in antioxidants and phytonutrients.
Better Blood Pressure
Can improve endothelial function, leading to better blood flow and lowered blood pressure.
Brain Health
Reduces the risk of neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s.
Improved Longevity
Linked to a longer lifespan and better quality of life in older age.
Improved Vision
Reduces the risk of cataracts and macular degeneration.
Respiratory Health
Reduces symptoms and risk of conditions like asthma.
Blood Sugar Management
Can prevent, manage, and even reverse Type 2 diabetes.
Mood Enhancement
Linked to improved mood and reduced risk of depression.
Skin Health
Leads to clearer skin and reduces the risk of skin diseases.
Reduced Inflammation
Lowers systemic inflammation which is linked to many chronic diseases.
Enhanced Immunity
Bolsters the immune system, making one less susceptible to infections.
Reduced Toxins
A plant-based diet often means lower exposure to antibiotics and hormones found in animal products.
Bone Health
​Promotes bone health by reducing the intake of animal protein which can leach calcium from bones.
Sustainability
Beyond personal health, a WFPB diet is more sustainable and has a lower environmental impact than diets heavy in animal products.
References:
Campbell, T. C., & Campbell, T. M. (2006). The China Study: The Most Comprehensive Study of Nutrition Ever Conducted and the Startling Implications for Diet, Weight Loss, and Long-term Health. BenBella Books.
Greger, M., & Stone, G. (2015). How Not to Die: Discover the Foods Scientifically Proven to Prevent and Reverse Disease. Flatiron Books.