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Research substantiates the claim that populations who consume plant-based diets have less chronic disease, such as atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries), cardiovascular disease, some cancers, diabetes and obesity, says Anne VanBeber, Ph.D., R.D., L.D., associate professor and chair of the department of nutritional sciences at Texas Christian University.

In addition, total serum cholesterol and LDL-cholesterol levels are usually lower in vegetarians, who are also at lower risk for osteoporosis, kidney stones and gallstones.

Plants contain vital health-promoting compounds in the form of pigments, phytochemicals and antioxidants that reduce the onset of disease.  These benefits are seen in individuals who consume carefully planned vegetarian meals on a consistent basis, says VanBeber.

I'm not suggesting that everyone become a vegetarian; however, we all could certainly benefit from eating more vegetables. So here are 10 ways to increase the amount of veggies in your diet.
 

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