New Delhi, June 6 -- Going vegan is a great way to explore plant-based nutrition. It is a type of plant-based eating that maintains distance from all animal products. This means beef, chicken, pork, fish and any type of meat do not get included in the food list. Even dairy products like milk, cheese, butter and yogurt, or eggs and honey are excluded from the list. The focus is on foods like fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts and seeds, plant-based oils and dairy alternatives like soy milk. It can support a healthy lifestyle, but there may be certain side effects of vegan diet. That's because there are a few key nutrients missing in a plant-based diet.

Is a vegan diet healthy?

A vegan diet can be healthy if it is well-planne...