Green tea leaves steeping in a gaiwan. Steeping is the process of making a cup of tea; it is also referred to as brewing. In general, two grams of tea per 100 ml of water, or about one teaspoon of green tea per five-ounce (150 ml) cup, should be used.
A plant-based vegan diet can reduce the risk of mortality from conditions such as: 1  Type 2 diabetes. 2  Cardiovascular disease. 3  Ischemic heart disease. 4  Hypertension. 5  Stroke. 6  Obesity. 7  Some cancers including prostate and colon cancer.
Dairy Products. A vegan diet excludes milk and dairy products, which are high in calcium, protein and potassium. Vegan substitutes include soy milk, soy or tofu yogurt, and soy cheese. To get adequate calcium, a 2,000-calorie vegan diet should include three servings per day of vegan alternatives to dairy products.