Vegetarians are 'less healthy and have a lower quality of life than meat-eaters', scientists say | The Independent
"Controversial study suggests non-meat eaters are more at risk of physical and mental illness, despite leading healthier lifestyles"
"Vegetarians are 'less healthy and have a lower quality of life than meat-eaters', scientists say | The Independent" source
"Vegetarians are less healthy than meat-eaters, a controversial study has concluded, despite drinking less, smoking less and being more physically active than their carnivorous counterparts.
A study conducted by the Medical University of Graz in Austria found that the vegetarian diet, as characterised by a low consumption of saturated fat and cholesterol, due to a higher intake of fruits, vegetables and whole-grain products, appeared to carry elevated risks of cancer, allergies and mental health problems such as depression and anxiety.
The study used data from the Austrian Health Interview Survey to examine the dietary habits and lifestyle differences between meat-eaters and vegetarians." source, read more