NBSV 074: Susan Levin on 4 ways the vegan diet is optimal for athletes, and the PCRM's recommendations for the Dietary Guidelines for Americans

Susan Levin is the director of nutrition education for the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM), and a registered dietitian specializing in sports dietetics. Every 5 years, the Dietary Guidelines for Americans are updated. She discusses the PCRM's recommendations for these guidelines: No low-carb eating patterns, recommend water instead of milk, warn against consuming red and processed meats, and promote plant-based eating. Susan also discusses 4 ways the vegan diet is optimal for athletes.