Is the oldest person in the world vegetarian?

When a vegetarian, Marie-Louise Meilleur, was named as the world’s oldest person at 122, the usual hunt for the secret of her longevity ensued. New research shows that being a vegetarian for 20 years or more adds almost four years to the average lifespan.

Do vegetarians have less health problems?

Reap the Health Benefits Because they are lower in or free of animal products, vegetarian diets are low in total and saturated fat and cholesterol. Many studies have shown that vegetarians are less likely to get certain diseases such as heart disease and type 2 diabetes.

Is it true that vegetarians live longer?

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.

What are the risks of being vegetarian?

6 Ways Being a Vegetarian Could Seriously Mess You Up

• Low Vitamin D. Yes, you can get vitamin D from plant sources and supplements.
• Not Enough Zinc. Beef and lamb are two of the highest sources of zinc.
• Anemia.
• Anxiety.
• Depression.
• Eating Disorders.

Who Lives Longer meat or vegetarian?

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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.

What percentage of the world is vegetarian?

Right now, the total number of vegans, vegetarians, and all related categories, is close to 14 percent of the world population. Before we look at the total number of vegans in the world, let’s see their distribution in the US, UK, India, and Australia.