10 Plant-Based Athletes at the Top of Their Game

10 Plant-Based Athletes at the Top of Their Game

While the words “vegan” and “athlete” used to be considered mutually exclusive, today we’re seeing more and more professional athletes make headlines as they switch to a plant-based diet. Why are these plant-based athletes making the switch? While there are many environmental and ethical reasons to choose plants over beef, athletes in particular may be interested in the health benefits that come from eating a plant-based diet. Nutrition science shows time and again that eating a whole food plant-based is best for our bodies -- including our athletic performance and recovery. A plant-based diet, rich in foods like spinach and...

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