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What are the advantages of a vegetarian diet?
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The main advantage of a vegetarian diet is that it can provide all essential nutrients and vitamins needed for optimal health. Additionally, many people find that vegetarian diets are easier to stick with than omnivorous diets, as they typically contain fewer processed foods and more whole grains, fruits, vegetables, legumes, nuts and seeds. Vegetarian diets may also help reduce the risk of certain chronic diseases such as obesity, heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and hypertension. Furthermore, plant-based diets tend to be lower in saturated fat and higher in fiber, making them generally healthier options.