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One vegetarian or vegan day a week: what does that actually do to my health?
Changing your diet usually sounds like a big challenge. But small steps can make a huge difference - for your health and the environment. Whether vegetarian or vegan, one meat-free day a week brings many benefits.
A healthy boost for the heart
According to a study, regular veggie days can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease by a whopping 25%. [1] No wonder, after all, plant-based cuisine contains plenty of fiber, vitamins and phytochemicals that keep our arteries healthy.
Intestinal fitness through dietary fibe
Anyone who thinks they have a few kilos too many on their hips will also benefit. According to experts, high-fiber, plant-based foods help you lose weight and prevent cravings. [2]
Intestinal fitness through dietary fiber
The fiber contained in plant-based foods is also a booster for our intestinal health. Studies have shown that a vegetarian or vegan diet can increase the diversity of gut bacteria by up to 25%. [3] This ensures healthy intestinal flora, which strengthens our immune system from the inside out!
Good for your wallet and the environment
The meat-free day not only has a lot to offer in terms of health, but also economically and ecologically. Not eating meat means:
- Up to 75% less water and land consumption [4]
- A reduction in personal greenhouse gas emissions of up to 17% [5]
- Lower costs for weekly shopping
A lot can be achieved with little effort!
Colorful enjoyment from the indoor garden
Your biggest challenge is preparing delicious and varied dishes that don't contain meat? This is where “Table Garden” and “Room Garden” come into play. With them, you always have fresh herbs, microgreens and fresh vegetables to hand. This makes it extremely easy to enjoy them week after week!
Whether it's a fruity salad, a filling bowl or a spicy curry: with both the “table garden” and the “room garden”, you can bring natural variety to your plate and easily bring all the health benefits into your home. Try it out - your body will thank you!
References:
- Chiang et al. (2022). Nutrients, 14 (5), 1060.
- Craig (2021). Nutrition Reviews, 79 (2), 144–160.
- Huybrechts et al. (2020). Frontiers in Nutrition, 7, 47.
- Revilla et al. (2020). Sustainability, 12 (16), 6490.
- Simons et al. (2021). Sustainability, 13 (3), 1416.