When separated from the rest, vegans had a 15% lower risk of dying prematurely from all causes, indicating that a vegan diet may indeed help people live longer than those who adhere to vegetarian or omnivorous eating patterns ( 5 ).

How much longer do vegans live?

Many large population studies have found that vegetarians and vegans live longer than meat eaters: According to the Loma Linda University study, vegetarians live about seven years longer and vegans about fifteen years longer than meat eaters.

Do vegans live longer lives?

A team of researchers at Loma Linda University in the United States has shown vegetarian men live for an average of 10 years longer than non-vegetarian men — 83 years compared to 73 years. For women, being vegetarian added an extra 6 years to their lives, helping them reach 85 years on average.

Can you live healthily as a vegan?

Like any eating plan to restrict specific food groups, vegan diets can come up short in essential nutrients such as protein, calcium, iron and vitamin B12. If planned and supplemented (as needed) appropriately, vegan diets can certainly be a part of a healthy lifestyle.

Who is the oldest living vegan?

When a vegetarian, Marie-Louise Meilleur, was named as the worlds oldest person at 122, the usual hunt for the secret of her longevity ensued.

Do Vegans look younger?

Many people on a plant-based diet notice improved complexions, skin healing and moisturisation, which not only helps you to look younger but feel good about it too. Just because a diet is vegan is doesnt automatically make it healthy. It does take some commitment and planning to follow a healthy plant based diet.