Pegan Diet: Sample Menu, Pros And Cons

The Pegan Diet is a hybrid of two popular — and seemingly opposite — eating styles: paleo and vegan. The idea, first popularized by Dr. Mark Hyman, a functional medicine physician, aims to combine the best elements of these two dietary approaches. The Pegan Diet is popular among people who are curious about whole food-centered ways of eating.

As a registered dietitian, I find that one of the diet’s main benefits is that it encourages filling your plate with nutrient-dense produce. These foods are often missing in our diets, yet they should be the foundation of our menus.

The Pegan Diet also layers in sustainably raised animal protein and healthy fats. This approach resonates with people who want the benefits of a plant-forward diet without eliminating animal foods entirely. It’s worth me