Does a Vegan Diet Contribute to Prevention or Maintenance of Diseases?

Authors

Malia K. Burkholder, Cedarville UniversityFollow
Danae A. Fields, Cedarville UniversityFollow

Document Type

Senior Research Project

Publication Date

Fall 11-14-2018

Abstract

This literature review deals with the topic of, does a vegan diet contribute to prevention or maintenance of diseases? Our main focus was to look at what a vegan diet entailed, the history of veganism, and why people decide to adhere to this diet type. Multiple research studies were looked over on the topics of how a vegan diet effects the disease processes of cancer, diabetes, gastral intestinal issues, weight loss, and heart disease. The overall arching theme that was found in the research is that a vegan diet is beneficial in helping to lessen the risk or aid in managing these different diseases.

Keywords

vegan, veganism and disease, diabetes, heart disease, gut issues, weight loss, vegan diet, plant-based diet

Advisor

Dr. April Crommett

Recommended Citation

Burkholder, Malia K. and Fields, Danae A., "Does a Vegan Diet Contribute to Prevention or Maintenance of Diseases?" (2018). Exercise Science Senior Research Projects. 6.
https://digitalcommons.cedarville.edu/kinesiology_and_allied_health_senior_projects/6

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