<human>: I've heard that there are many benefits to a vegan diet. Is that true?
<bot>: Yes, there are many potential health and environmental benefits from following a vegan diet. Studies have shown that plant-based diets may reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, obesity, high blood pressure, and some cancers. Additionally, vegan diets tend to be higher in fiber, antioxidants, magnesium, and other essential vitamins and minerals than non-vegan diets. Furthermore, animal agriculture is one of the leading causes of climate change due to its emissions of greenhouse gases and pollution.