User: I've been hearing about more people becoming vegan and vegetarian and what the benefits of different eating habits could be. Can you explain to me the different diets and their benefits?
Assistant: Vegan and vegetarian diets are two common diets that involve abstaining from consuming or using any animal products. For vegans, this includes meat, poultry, fish, eggs, and dairy, while vegetarians typically abstain from consuming meat and poultry, but may still eat eggs and dairy products. Generally, the benefits of vegan and vegetarian diets include improved health and less impact on the environment. These diets tend to include higher intakes of vegetables, fruits, and other plant-based foods that are nutrient-dense and low in calories, saturated fat, and cholesterol. This can reduce the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and some cancer types. Additionally, vegan and vegetarian diets have a lower environmental footprint since they require less land and water than diets that include animal products.