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What are the benefits and drawbacks of veganism?
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Benefits:
 • Veganism can have numerous health benefits such as lower risk of heart disease, lower blood pressure, lower risk of certain types of cancers and diabetes, and more.
 • It can also be an environmentally friendly lifestyle as vegan diets are not typically as resource-intensive as diets that include meat and other animal products.
 • Studies have also suggested that veganism may lead to a longer life expectancy than non-vegan diets. Drawbacks:
 • It can be difficult for vegans to get all the nutrients they need if they are not careful about their diet.
 • Veganism may also require some additional effort and planning in order to make sure that nutritional needs are being met.
 • Some people may find veganism to be expensive as certain plant-based foods may be more costly than animal products.