Embracing a vegan lifestyle comes with its challenges.
Vegans must also deal with the misconceptions surrounding their lifestyle.
For example, they often hear that plant-based diets are not suitable for children.
But, despite these findings, there’s still a lot of misinformation about vegan diets.
Others simply don’t understand this lifestyle and what it entails.
With that in mind, here are some things you should never say to a vegan and why.
How do you get enough protein?
The recommended daily protein intake is 0.8 grams per kilogram of body weight, reportsHarvard Medical School.
That’s about 54 grams of protein for a 160-pound person or 72 grams for a 200-pound individual.
“Being vegan has helped me immensely,” notes Olympic sprinter Morgan Mitchell (via The Beet).
Beans, peas, rice, soy, and other vegan staples typically cost less than meat, notesPETA.
Eating vegan could reduce food costs by nearly 30%.
First, early humans relied largely on starches, according to theUniversity of Sydney.
What’s more, research shows thatplant-based dietsare healthier than omnivore diets.
So, the next time you meet a vegan, refrain from questioning their food choices.
It’s perfectly fine to show your curiosity, but keep an open mind and choose your words wisely.
