The health benefits are a draw as well. A vegan diet has been shown to improve blood sugar in people with diabetes, lower LDL (bad) cholesterol and blood pressure, and promote weight loss.

And because a balanced diet has you eating about 55 percent of your calories from carbs, that gives you plenty of opportunity to pile on the fiber. (Fiber is a type of carb.) ...

At its core, a balanced diet includes an appropriate proportion of macronutrients—proteins, carbohydrates, and fats—alongside essential vitamins and minerals. This approach not only fuels the ...

This article explores the essential elements of a healthy diet, drawing from recent joint statements by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO).