Total Rating
5.6
out of 10
5.7
out of 10
Metabolic Health ⓘ
7
Moderately improves insulin sensitivity and lipid profiles but may elevate LDL in some individuals.
6
May marginally improve inflammation and nutrient density but lacks robust evidence for consistent metabolic health benefits.
Micronutrients ⓘ
5
Limited coverage of critical micronutrients like B12 and iodine without explicit fortification or supplementation.
4
Lacks essential micronutrients like B12, vitamin D, and iodine without supplementation or fortification.
Nutrient Density ⓘ
5
Relies on limited plant variety and potential nutrient gaps per calorie despite whole-food emphasis.
7
Offers moderate nutrient density with potential phytonutrient benefits but may lack variety and whole-food emphasis.
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 marginal benefits in reducing pesticide exposure but lacks robust evidence for long-term disease prevention and nutritional adequacy compared to other dietary patterns.
Sustainability ⓘ
5
Requires significant dietary restrictions and planning, limiting long-term adherence and flexibility.
5
Requires higher cost and limited accessibility, reducing long-term practicality and flexibility.
Lifestyle Fit ⓘ
5
Offers moderate flexibility but may strain social interactions and require significant planning for adherence.
6
Offers moderate flexibility in social and travel scenarios but requires careful planning and access to organic options, limiting spontaneity and convenience.
Practicality ⓘ
5
Requires significant cost, time, and effort for meal prep and sourcing specialty plant-based ingredients.
5
Requires higher costs and limited accessibility compared to conventional diets, reducing long-term feasibility for most.
Appetite Control ⓘ
6
Provides moderate protein and fiber but may lack sufficient satiety-inducing elements for consistent appetite suppression.
7
Provides adequate protein and fiber but may struggle with glycemic stability and long-term satiety without careful planning.
Fat Quality ⓘ
6
Prioritizes plant-based fats but lacks sufficient EPA/DHA and may imbalance omega-6 to omega-3 ratio.
6
Provides moderate quality fats with some whole-food sources but lacks optimal omega-3 to omega-6 balance and may rely on processed organic foods.
Fiber Intake ⓘ
7
Provides adequate fiber quantity from diverse whole foods but lacks robust evidence linking its fiber intake to specific health outcomes.
7
Provides adequate fiber quantity and diversity from whole organic foods but may lack specific emphasis on gut microbiome benefits.
Gut Health ⓘ
7
Provides adequate fiber and plant diversity but lacks specific fermented foods and evidence of microbiome outcomes.
7
Promotes fiber diversity and plant-based nutrient density but may lack fermented foods and prebiotic specificity.
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 nutrient density but lacks robust evidence on specific hormonal outcomes.
Macro Balance ⓘ
6
Provides adequate protein and fiber but lacks flexibility and may underdeliver on fat quality and energy stability.
5
Lacks sufficient protein and may overly emphasize carbohydrates without clear evidence-based justification.
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
Provides adequate protein quantity but lacks optimal amino acid balance and digestibility compared to animal-based sources.
Taste ⓘ
5
Limited flavor variety and potential for bland meals may hinder long-term adherence.
6
Offers moderate flavor variety but lacks inherent taste superiority over non-organic diets.
Body Composition ⓘ
5
Limited protein adequacy and potential muscle loss risk in strict plant-based frameworks.
6
May support moderate fat loss but risks lean mass loss due to variable protein adequacy and reliance on plant-based sources.
Energy Balance ⓘ
6
Offers moderate satiety from plant-based volume but lacks structured calorie control and flexibility for precise energy management.
5
Limited structure for calorie control but may support satiety through fiber-rich organic foods.
Lean Mass ⓘ
4
Limited protein quality and energy density may hinder muscle retention during caloric restriction.
6
Provides adequate protein but risks muscle loss if not meticulously planned with sufficient energy and amino acid balance.
Athletic Support ⓘ
5
Provides adequate macronutrients but may lack sufficient micronutrients and hydration strategies for optimal athletic performance.
6
Provides adequate nutrients for general athletic needs but may lack specific timing strategies and protein adequacy in strict plant-based versions.
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
Provides moderate satiety from whole foods but lacks robust evidence for sustained fat loss compared to other structured diets.
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