63. People choose to become vegetarians or vegans for several reasons health, religious beliefs, concerns about animal welfare,environment or the use of antibiotics and hormones in livestock Traditionally, research into vegetarianism and veganism focused mainly on nutritional deficiencies. - Plant-based eating is recognized as not only nutritionally sufficient but also effective in reducing the risk for many chronic illnesses as well as treating them. A) And these deficiencies deter most people from adopting a meat-free diet. B) Actually, this has been the biggest reason that some people avoid being vegetarian. C) However, current studies are confirming the health benefits of meat-free eating. D) It was claimed that vegetarian diets barely provided the body with sufficient protein. E) And it focused on the benefits of including