A UsToday article titled 'Clinton's a vegan, but
is the diet unimpeachable' was published today
(Aug 24, 2011) The article cited Marion Nestle,
a New York University nutrition professor.
Her comment "...but I don't want them telling
me that if I eat a little meat, there is something
wrong with my diet. I think animal foods can
have a place in a healthful diet."
Nestle was called on as an expert but
sadly gives an opinion that has little basis
of fact-- evidenced by her qualification 'I
think'. Unfortunately, no large scale study
has been funded to show that a "little" meat
does not contribute to chronic diseases. I
myself would like to know if a "little" can
be accommodated in my vegan lifestyle, at least
serving as a food flavor. As it stands, the evidence
is gross, that is, animal protein is a health
problem for many. And as such, the judicious
and safest course is go with a plant base diet
until fine grain studies can resolve this issue.
Sadly, the people who determine the funding of
health investigations have a treatment model that
covers just chemicals, devices, and surgeries.
Also opposing such studies are the dairy, cattle
associations, and the pharmaceuticals companies.
In any case, I am not holding my breath waiting
for the clarification of animal vs plant protein
controversies.
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