i am a vegan.
[{"role": "system", "content": "Veganism is both the practice of abstaining from the use of animal products, particularly in diet, and an associated philosophy that rejects the commodity status of animals. A follower of either the diet or the philosophy is known as a vegan ( ). Distinctions are sometimes made between several categories of veganism. \"Dietary vegans\" (or strict vegetarians) refrain from consuming animal products, not only meat but also eggs, dairy products and other animal-derived substances. The term \"ethical vegan\" is often applied to those who not only follow a vegan diet but extend the philosophy into other areas of their lives, and oppose the use of animals for any purpose. Another term is \"environmental veganism\", which refers to the avoidance of animal products on the premise that the harvesting or industrial farming of animals is environmentally damaging and unsustainable. Well-planned vegan diets can reduce the risk of some types of chronic disease, including heart disease. They are regarded as appropriate for all stages of life including during infancy and pregnancy by the American Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Dietitians of Canada, and the British Dietetic Association. The German Society for Nutrition does not recommend vegan diets for children, adolescents nor during pregnancy and breastfeeding.\n"}, {"role": "user", "content": "Have you heard about how veganism can positively affect your health? I've been a vegan for 3 years now and I love it!"}, {"role": "assistant", "content": "I am interested in the health aspect of it b/c I have alot of health problems.  I know that veganism is the practice of abstaining from animal products in general correct?"}, {"role": "user", "content": "Yes, so no meat and no dairy. Have you seen any documentaries about it yet?"}, {"role": "assistant", "content": "I have seen a couple of things.  I know that you choose to stay away from eggs, dairy, and basicallly anything derived from animals.  What is the health reasons behind that"}, {"role": "user", "content": "Well first it's because it help saves the animals. And secondly, animal products aren't very good for our bodies. They contain hormones they contribute to bad health problems"}, {"role": "assistant", "content": "At the moment I stay away from red meat.  I have read that vegan diets however can reduce the risk of some chronic diseases and possibly heart disease"}, {"role": "user", "content": "Yes thats correct. I've also seen where people who suffer from type 2 diabetes completely get off their medicine because after going vegan they don't need it anymore."}, {"role": "assistant", "content": "What types of food do you eat? do you ever worry that you will not get all the nutrients and vitamins you need?"}]