Total Rating
5.6
out of 10
6.4
out of 10
Metabolic Health ⓘ
7
Moderately improves insulin sensitivity and lipid profiles but may elevate LDL in some individuals.
7
Generally supports metabolic health through whole foods but lacks consistent evidence for all markers and may have variability based on implementation.
Micronutrients ⓘ
5
Limited coverage of critical micronutrients like B12 and iodine without explicit fortification or supplementation.
6
Provides adequate micronutrients in most cases but risks deficiencies in B12, D, iodine, and iron without supplementation or fortified foods.
Nutrient Density ⓘ
5
Relies on limited plant variety and potential nutrient gaps per calorie despite whole-food emphasis.
8
Prioritizes whole foods and phytonutrient diversity but may lack optimal bioavailability and calorie density in some variations.
Overall Health ⓘ
6
Provides moderate nutritional adequacy with potential deficiencies in key nutrients without supplementation, but shows mixed evidence for long-term disease prevention and sustainability.
6
Offers moderate benefits for chronic disease risk but risks nutrient deficiencies and sustainability challenges with strict plant-based versions.
Sustainability ⓘ
5
Requires significant dietary restrictions and planning, limiting long-term adherence and flexibility.
6
Moderate flexibility and accessibility but potential for strictness and cost barriers may hinder long-term adherence.
Lifestyle Fit ⓘ
5
Offers moderate flexibility but may strain social interactions and require significant planning for adherence.
5
Moderate social and travel flexibility but rigid restrictions limit real-world adaptability.
Practicality ⓘ
5
Requires significant cost, time, and effort for meal prep and sourcing specialty plant-based ingredients.
6
Requires moderate cost and accessibility but may lack flexibility for real-world meal planning and preparation.
Appetite Control ⓘ
6
Provides moderate protein and fiber but may lack sufficient satiety-inducing elements for consistent appetite suppression.
7
Provides moderate satiety through fiber and protein but may lack consistent evidence for long-term appetite suppression.
Fat Quality ⓘ
6
Prioritizes plant-based fats but lacks sufficient EPA/DHA and may imbalance omega-6 to omega-3 ratio.
7
Provides moderate quality fats with some omega-3 sources but lacks optimal EPA/DHA balance and may overemphasize omega-6s.
Fiber Intake ⓘ
7
Provides adequate fiber quantity from diverse whole foods but lacks robust evidence linking its fiber intake to specific health outcomes.
8
Significantly enhances gut microbiome diversity and supports metabolic health through diverse, whole-food fiber sources.
Gut Health ⓘ
7
Provides adequate fiber and plant diversity but lacks specific fermented foods and evidence of microbiome outcomes.
7
Promotes fiber diversity and fermented foods but may lack strict microbiome diversity due to variable implementation.
Hormonal Support ⓘ
5
Provides moderate support for hormonal balance but risks deficiencies in fat-soluble vitamins and sex hormone precursors due to potential plant-based limitations.
6
Provides moderate support for hormones through balanced macronutrients but risks deficiencies in key micronutrients if not carefully planned.
Macro Balance ⓘ
6
Provides adequate protein and fiber but lacks flexibility and may underdeliver on fat quality and energy stability.
7
Offers moderate macro flexibility but lacks rigorous evidence for optimal ratios in diverse populations.
Protein Quality ⓘ
7
Provides adequate high-quality protein through animal sources but relies on plant-based components which may limit amino acid completeness and digestibility.
5
Relies on incomplete plant proteins with lower digestibility and amino acid balance, risking insufficient leucine and muscle synthesis support.
Taste ⓘ
5
Limited flavor variety and potential for bland meals may hinder long-term adherence.
6
Offers moderate flavor variety but risks blandness without intentional seasoning or creativity.
Body Composition ⓘ
5
Limited protein adequacy and potential muscle loss risk in strict plant-based frameworks.
6
May support fat loss with adequate protein but risks muscle loss and lacks robust evidence for optimal body composition outcomes.
Energy Balance ⓘ
6
Offers moderate satiety from plant-based volume but lacks structured calorie control and flexibility for precise energy management.
6
Provides moderate satiety through whole foods but lacks structured calorie control mechanisms and flexibility for precise energy management.
Lean Mass ⓘ
4
Limited protein quality and energy density may hinder muscle retention during caloric restriction.
5
Moderate protein intake and energy availability may support muscle retention but lack robust evidence for optimal lean mass preservation during caloric restriction.
Athletic Support ⓘ
5
Provides adequate macronutrients but may lack sufficient micronutrients and hydration strategies for optimal athletic performance.
6
Provides adequate nutrients for general health but may lack optimal macronutrient balance and energy density for high-intensity athletic performance.
Weight Loss ⓘ
7
Promotes moderate calorie deficit and sustainable fat loss with plant-based whole foods, but lacks robust long-term evidence compared to other structured diets.
6
May support moderate weight loss through calorie deficit but lacks robust evidence for sustained fat loss and faces sustainability challenges.
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