Men in the U.S. eat way too much meat , and it’s literally killing them. Meat consumption is linked to many of today’s deadliest illnesses, including cancer , diabetes, and heart disease. And dairy consumption has been linked to everything from Parkinson’s disease to acne. A vegan diet, on the other hand, has been shown to boost energy, lower stress, and improve fitness performance. Plus, vegans are reportedly more popular on dating apps.









Meat Is Actually Gross















A Lot of Fish Is Contaminated With Plastic and Mercury









Going Vegan Can Lead to Better Fitness







Not only do vegans typically report faster recovery times after workouts, but countless studies demonstrate that a plant-based diet is perfect for meeting the calorie and protein demands of physically active folks.





You’ll Probably Smell Better

According to a recent study published in Evolution & Human Behavior, women prefer the body odor of men who eat their fruits and veggies.







Plant-Based Diets Lower Cholesterol

According to a recent dietary review of 49 observational and controlled studies, vegetarian diets, especially vegan diets, are associated with lower levels of total cholesterol, including lower levels of HDL and LDL cholesterol, compared with omnivorous diets.



Vegans Are 42 Percent Less Likely to Develop Heart Disease















Meat Consumption Is Linked to Prostate Cancer







The World Health Organization suggests that both red and processed meats may be associated with increased risk of prostate cancer.







A Vegan Diet Boosts Immune Health









The immune-boosting power of plant-based diets is partly due to their high vitamin and low fat content, but other contributors, such as reduced toxic chemicals and animal proteins, could be partially responsible as well.





Your Skin Will Probably Get Clearer











A Single Vegan Meal Can Improve Sexual Performance













Eating just one vegan meal can improve sexual performance, according to The Game Changers , a forthcoming documentary that shows men recording better erections after going plant-based for the night.





Eating More Plants Will Help You Stay Hydrated









Most fruits and vegetables contain water, and plant foods like strawberries, spinach, celery, cantaloupe, watermelon, green peppers, cucumbers, and oranges have the highest water content of all—so eating more plants could help you stay hydrated







The World Health Organization Says Bacon Is a Group 1 Carcinogen



In 2015, the World Health Organization reported that bacon and processed meats , like lunch meats and hot dogs, top the list of “Group 1” carcinogens. Try one of these tasty recipes the next time you have a hankering for bacon.





It’s Good Enough for Lewis Hamilton, Kyrie Irving, and Colin Kaepernick









So many Olympians NFL players , and NBA players are embracing plant-based diets these days, and it makes sense. Countless studies have shown that a vegan diet is ideal for meeting an athlete’s calorie and protein needs, and vegans typically report greater energy and speedier recovery.





Studies Show Kindness Is Good for Us











You’ll Most Likely Become More Regular









Plant-based diets are high in fiber, and high-fiber diets lead to regular bowel movements . So if you’re someone who struggles with regularity, going vegan could help you.





A Vegan Diet Can Lower Stress







Kale Is a Better Source of Calcium Than Cow’s Milk









Still need more motivation to make the switch? Here are 25 reasons men should try veganism In 2013 the CDC reported that about 80 percent of antibiotics in the U.S. were given to animals raised for food—mostly to promote unnatural growth rates and prevent the spread of diseases. The CDC also estimates that at least 2 million infections in humans from antibiotic-resistant bacteria occur every year, and the Center for Science in the Public Interest reports that 22 percent of these infections are linked to foodborne pathogens.Not only is fish meat chock-full of saturated fat and cholesterol, but mercury levels in tuna are 10 million times higher than in seawater, and researchers at the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine found that 25 percent of fish tested had plastic in their bellies . Further, the FDA reports that seafood imports from China—around 27 percent of the seafood consumed by Americans —are often contaminated.