Total Rating
6.6
out of 10
5.7
out of 10
Metabolic Health ⓘ
7
Moderately supports metabolic health through plant-based nutrients but may lack balance in energy metabolism and lipid profiles without careful food selection.
7
Supports improved insulin sensitivity and lipid profiles but may lack long-term evidence on metabolic flexibility and inflammation.
Micronutrients ⓘ
5
Lacks critical micronutrients like B12 and vitamin D without supplementation.
3
Fails to reliably provide critical micronutrients like B12, vitamin D, and iodine without supplementation or fortification.
Nutrient Density ⓘ
7
Provides a broad range of plant-based nutrients but may lack optimal bioavailability and phytonutrient diversity in strict versions.
6
Provides moderate nutrient density with plant-based focus but lacks optimal phytonutrient diversity and bioavailability strategies.
Overall Health ⓘ
7
Offers moderate benefits for disease prevention but requires careful planning to avoid nutrient deficiencies.
7
Promotes nutrient-rich plant-based eating with moderate evidence for disease prevention but may require supplementation for certain nutrients.
Sustainability ⓘ
7
Offers moderate flexibility and accessibility but may pose challenges in long-term adherence due to dietary restrictions and social integration complexities.
5
Requires significant dietary restriction and planning, limiting flexibility and long-term adherence potential.
Lifestyle Fit ⓘ
6
Offers structured plant-based eating with cultural support but lacks flexibility for diverse social and travel scenarios.
4
Struggles with social integration and flexibility, limiting real-world adherence.
Practicality ⓘ
7
Offers accessible, affordable staples but requires thoughtful meal planning and may lack flexibility for some lifestyles.
7
Offers balanced affordability and accessibility but requires moderate meal planning and preparation effort.
Appetite Control ⓘ
7
Offers moderate satiety from fiber and plant proteins but may struggle with glycemic stability and cravings if refined carbs dominate.
6
Provides moderate satiety through fiber and plant proteins but risks hunger due to potential low protein and high refined carb content.
Fat Quality ⓘ
7
Provides adequate unsaturated fats but relies on ALA instead of EPA/DHA, limiting omega-3 benefits.
5
Relies on ALA without EPA/DHA, leading to suboptimal omega-3 status and potential cardiovascular risks.
Fiber Intake ⓘ
8
Provides adequate fiber diversity and quantity but may lack optimal gut microbiome support in strict plant-based variations.
7
Provides adequate fiber quantity from whole plant foods but lacks diversity in fiber types and evidence of specific health outcomes.
Gut Health ⓘ
7
Promotes adequate fiber and plant diversity but may lack fermented foods and risk digestive discomfort in some adherents.
7
Promotes moderate fiber diversity and includes some prebiotic foods but may lack fermented components and tailored digestive support.
Hormonal Support ⓘ
6
Provides balanced macronutrients but risks deficiencies in iodine and B12, impacting thyroid and sex hormone regulation.
6
Provides moderate support for hormonal balance but may lack sufficient fat and micronutrients critical for hormone synthesis and regulation.
Macro Balance ⓘ
6
Provides adequate plant-based protein and fiber but may lack sufficient animal-derived nutrients and flexibility for diverse metabolic needs.
6
Provides adequate protein and fiber but may lack fat variety and flexibility for different goals.
Protein Quality ⓘ
6
Provides adequate protein quantity but lacks optimal amino acid balance and digestibility compared to animal-based sources.
5
Provides adequate protein quantity but lacks optimal amino acid balance and digestibility for sustained muscle support.
Taste ⓘ
6
Offers moderate flavor variety but risks blandness without intentional seasoning and culinary creativity.
6
Offers moderate flavor variety but risks monotony without intentional seasoning or recipe diversity.
Body Composition ⓘ
6
Supports moderate fat loss but risks lean mass loss due to variable protein adequacy and potential energy deficits.
6
Provides adequate protein for lean mass preservation but may struggle with optimal fat loss quality and resistance training compatibility due to potential nutrient gaps.
Energy Balance ⓘ
6
Provides moderate satiety through fiber and volume but lacks structured calorie control mechanisms for precise energy balance.
6
Provides moderate satiety through fiber but lacks structured calorie control mechanisms.
Lean Mass ⓘ
5
Provides adequate protein but may struggle with optimal amino acid balance and energy availability for maximal lean mass preservation.
5
Limited protein quality and potential energy deficits may hinder lean mass preservation during calorie restriction.
Athletic Support ⓘ
6
Provides adequate carbohydrates and fats but may lack sufficient protein and critical micronutrients for optimal athletic performance without supplementation.
6
Provides adequate calories and carbs but risks protein and micronutrient deficiencies if not meticulously planned, limiting optimal athletic performance.
Weight Loss ⓘ
7
Promotes moderate calorie deficit and sustainable fat loss through plant-based whole foods but may struggle with long-term adherence due to strictness.
6
Promotes moderate calorie deficit and fat loss but may struggle with long-term adherence and muscle preservation.
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