ADA says veganism is a-okay!

Rockin' news for both veggie activists and those of us that just don't want to hear unwarranted (and untrue) criticism of a vegan diet.

The American Dietetic Association is set to release its updated findings on vegetarian diets. The paper is written by experts and peer-reviewed so it's (in my mind) a definitive source for info on the health benefits of vegan diets.

Here's the most important thing to take away from the report:

It is the position of the American Dietetic Association that appropriately planned vegetarian diets, including total vegetarian or vegan diets, are healthful, nutritionally adequate and may provide health benefits in the prevention and treatment of certain diseases. Well-planned vegetarian diets are appropriate for individuals during all stages of the life-cycle including pregnancy, lactation, infancy, childhood and adolescence and for athletes.

So there you have it!