A EPIC European and a Harvard study found no association with unprocessed red meat and cardo disease or diabetes; see: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23497300 AND: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20479151

And by the way, did you know that our digestive system was made to for eating meat? Humans are Omnivores not a Herbivore! We lack the specialized organs to digest cellulose which is the main fiber in all plants. Did you know too that meat is packed with Vit b12, b3, b6, iron, zinc, selenium, plus loads of other vits not found in sufficient amounts in veggies thus vegans have to supplement by taking vits? The reason my energy levels dropped was because meat is loaded with creatine which provides an energy reserve in the muscles and brain, and creatine is only found in animals which is why vegans are deficient in creatine. Meat also contains carnosine which is a powerful anti oxidant and protects against many degenerative issues and is found only in animals. Also meat contains DHA and EPA which are active forms of Omega 3. Meat protein is important for the development of strong bones and increased muscle mass that veggies can't do. Meat eaters have a higher T level then vegans have...which should will excite any man!

So I disagree with your assessment of being a vegan is the best way because it clearly is not. But you are entitled to your opinion as I am. However I do believe in moderation, all meat or all veggies is not good for anyone just as drinking nothing but alcohol or soda is good for you either, so you do a little of that and a little of this, all in moderation.