Strongly agree with Martin on the likely direction of SDB, for the reasons stated. Included within SDB of course (and probably making up most of it) is people “lying to themselves”.
I also really like the original post and agree with the general sentiment. People can genuinely encounter health problems that they would not have on an omnivorous diet. It should be taken very seriously. Honest information and understanding is important.
From personal experience, a proper transition was not a problem for health as I was super-conscious of getting everything I needed. The minor health problems I have had, that could potentially claim veganism as a cause, have come from slacking off.
Regarding this potential, I think another problem is that imperfect health and deficiencies are common, and it is easy and convenient to attribute veganism as a cause. For someone on an omnivorous diet, the cause is attributed to something more specific, or cause attribution is ignored—they are just “naturally” deficient and should take certain supplements/drugs.
Taking myself as an example.
I’m often tired. Is it because I drink way too much coffee, have poor sleep, or am I iron deficient? I’ve never been the most energetic person, so maybe it is my imagination too. Or it might be mental health related.
I’ve been getting a lot of pain around my knees lately. Is that poor running or squat technique, or could it be a lack of Omega 3?
For both of the above, maybe I am just ageing? (this could be significant because it happens to everyone).
Strongly agree with Martin on the likely direction of SDB, for the reasons stated. Included within SDB of course (and probably making up most of it) is people “lying to themselves”.
I also really like the original post and agree with the general sentiment. People can genuinely encounter health problems that they would not have on an omnivorous diet. It should be taken very seriously. Honest information and understanding is important.
From personal experience, a proper transition was not a problem for health as I was super-conscious of getting everything I needed. The minor health problems I have had, that could potentially claim veganism as a cause, have come from slacking off.
Regarding this potential, I think another problem is that imperfect health and deficiencies are common, and it is easy and convenient to attribute veganism as a cause. For someone on an omnivorous diet, the cause is attributed to something more specific, or cause attribution is ignored—they are just “naturally” deficient and should take certain supplements/drugs.
Taking myself as an example.
I’m often tired. Is it because I drink way too much coffee, have poor sleep, or am I iron deficient? I’ve never been the most energetic person, so maybe it is my imagination too. Or it might be mental health related.
I’ve been getting a lot of pain around my knees lately. Is that poor running or squat technique, or could it be a lack of Omega 3?
For both of the above, maybe I am just ageing? (this could be significant because it happens to everyone).