A junior Tennis Player’s Vegetarian Victory | Parth Sane | TEDxDiscovery College Youth

Environmental Impact & Industry Accountability - Food systems contribute to 33% of all gas emissions, impacting sea levels, temperatures, and weather conditions [1] - Leading athletes are adopting plant-based diets [2] Benefits of Vegetarian Diet for Athletes - Vegetarian diets promote faster recovery and reduce inflammation compared to animal-based diets [2] - Plant-based diets enhance recovery, reduce inflammation, improve focus, and increase energy (RIFE) [5] - Plant-based diets can lead to 75-80% recovery after training, compared to 50% with animal-based diets [5][6] - Vegetarian diets provide more antioxidants than traditional animal-based diets [8] Addressing Myths & Promoting Awareness - Studies suggest vegetarian diets can produce similar or better performance rates compared to animal-based diets, including V2 max, muscle power, and sprint tests [9] - Plant-based diets can provide sufficient protein through sources like soy, edamame, and tofu [10] - The speaker aims to build awareness and encourage a shift in mindset towards plant-based diets [11]