Total Rating
6.6
out of 10
6.3
out of 10
Metabolic Health ⓘ
7
Offers moderate metabolic benefits through plant-based foods but may lack optimal nutrient balance and flexibility.
7
Generally supports metabolic health through improved lipid profiles and inflammation reduction but may vary based on diet quality and individual factors.
Micronutrients ⓘ
5
Provides adequate coverage for most micronutrients but lacks reliable sources for B12, vitamin D, and iodine without supplementation or fortification.
4
Lacks critical micronutrients like B12 and vitamin D without supplementation.
Nutrient Density ⓘ
7
Prioritizes diverse whole plant foods but may lack optimal phytonutrient diversity and bioavailability compared to more balanced plant-based approaches.
7
Offers moderate nutrient density with diverse phytonutrients but may lack bioavailability optimization and risk calorie-dense processed foods.
Overall Health ⓘ
7
Balances disease prevention benefits with potential nutrient gaps in strict plant-based adherence.
7
Offers significant disease prevention benefits but requires careful planning to avoid nutrient deficiencies.
Sustainability ⓘ
7
Offers moderate flexibility and practicality but may still pose challenges for long-term adherence due to dietary restrictions and potential social limitations.
7
Offers moderate sustainability due to flexibility in food choices but may face challenges with strict adherence, planning, and social integration.
Lifestyle Fit ⓘ
6
Offers moderate flexibility but faces challenges in social integration and travel adaptability.
6
Offers moderate flexibility but faces challenges in social settings, travel, and long-term adherence due to strictness and planning demands.
Practicality ⓘ
7
Balances sustainability with moderate affordability and accessibility but requires thoughtful meal planning and some dietary adjustments.
5
Requires significant planning, cost, and effort to maintain without compromising nutritional adequacy.
Appetite Control ⓘ
6
Provides moderate satiety through fiber and plant-based protein but may lack precise evidence on sustained appetite suppression.
7
Offers moderate satiety through fiber and plant protein but risks hunger if not balanced with adequate protein and healthy fats.
Fat Quality ⓘ
7
Balances plant-based healthy fats with limited animal sources for omega-3s but lacks optimal EPA/DHA from fatty fish.
6
Provides adequate unsaturated fats but lacks long-chain omega-3s and may have imbalanced omega-6 intake.
Fiber Intake ⓘ
9
Provides adequate fiber quantity and diversity, supporting gut and metabolic health.
7
Provides adequate fiber quantity and diversity but may lack balance if relying on processed plant foods or insufficient variety.
Gut Health ⓘ
7
Promotes moderate gut microbiome diversity and fiber intake but may lack consistent prebiotic/fermented food inclusion and optimal digestive tolerance due to variable plant-based focus.
7
Promotes gut microbiome diversity and fiber intake but may lack fermented foods and require careful planning to avoid digestive discomfort.
Hormonal Support ⓘ
6
Offers moderate hormonal support through balanced macronutrients but risks deficiencies in key micronutrients if not carefully structured.
6
Provides moderate hormonal support but risks deficiencies in B12, iodine, and zinc if not carefully balanced.
Macro Balance ⓘ
6
Provides a flexible plant-based framework but may lack specific macro guidelines for optimal individual adaptation.
6
Provides adequate protein and fiber but may struggle with fat quality and adaptability for diverse goals.
Protein Quality ⓘ
6
Provides moderate protein sufficiency with mixed sources but relies on plant-based proteins with lower digestibility and potential amino acid gaps.
6
Provides adequate protein with careful planning but faces challenges in amino acid completeness and digestibility compared to animal sources.
Taste ⓘ
7
Offers moderate seasonal variety and adaptability but may lack the broad culinary diversity of other plant-based diets.
6
Offers moderate flavor variety but risks monotony without intentional seasoning and culinary creativity.
Body Composition ⓘ
7
Promotes fat loss with moderate lean mass preservation when protein and calorie needs are met, but risks muscle loss without strict adherence to adequate intake.
6
Can improve fat loss with adequate protein but risks muscle loss if not carefully managed.
Energy Balance ⓘ
7
Provides moderate satiety through fiber and plant proteins but lacks structured calorie control mechanisms for precise energy balance.
6
Offers moderate satiety through fiber but lacks consistent structure for precise calorie control and flexibility for surplus/deficit adjustments without tracking.
Lean Mass ⓘ
5
Limited protein quality and potential energy deficits may hinder lean mass retention during caloric restriction.
6
Can preserve lean mass with adequate protein and energy intake but risks deficiency if not meticulously planned.
Athletic Support ⓘ
6
Provides adequate macronutrients and micronutrients for most athletes but may require careful planning to meet high-intensity training demands.
7
Supports athletic performance with adequate protein and carbs but requires careful planning to avoid micronutrient deficiencies.
Weight Loss ⓘ
7
Promotes moderate calorie deficit through high fiber and volume, supports sustainable fat loss with balanced macronutrients, and has reasonable long-term adherence potential.
7
Effectively supports calorie deficit and fat loss when well-structured but risks sustainability issues and weight regain if not balanced with flexibility.
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