<human>:  What are the benefits of a vegetarian diet?
<bot>: The benefits of a vegetarian diet include reduced risk of heart disease, improved digestion and absorption of nutrients, lower cholesterol and improved overall health. A vegetarian diet can also help with weight loss, due to the fact that plant-based foods often contain fewer calories and less fat. Additionally, vegetarian diets may be higher in vitamins, minerals and fiber, and lower in saturated fat than non-vegetarian diets.