WAP/Veg debate has got my head spinning!...any integrative, grounded perspective?

[violetflapjack]

I've been researching the heck out of both WAP and various veg nutrition gurus trying to make some sense out of the raging debates about where or not animal products or soy will kill us faster... yikes.

It seems like most of the out there I find research I find on either side is far from objective.  Everyone seems to be writing with an agenda or simply arguing (sometimes complete with name-calling and other inappropriate ways of pulling rank) rather than objectively viewing the available information just trying to develop an integrative perspective about what is most nutritious and health promoting.

It definately seems like the amount of animal product consumed really depends on a lot of factors for each individual, but I'm having a hard time finding some objective information to help me make that call.  I've gotten really interested in a TCM five element perspective too, but I'm not finding a lot of info out there either.

Anyone have some guidance to help me ground and get some objective perspective on healthy eating and what is optimal for whom and when?

[Koalamom]

I have tried both ends of the spectrum and there is so much conflicting debate. What was the deciding factor for me is how do I feel. For me personally, I feel best when I eat meat at every meal, but it is usually organic or free range if can. And I am grain free. but there are many veg*ans ath feel great on their diet. So I think there is no one size fits diet.

[ursusarctos]

I agree with bluebirdmama. 

I don't know if you've come across Whole Health Source. It's my favorite nutrition blog due to the author's very calm and inquisitive stance. He's probably the least dogmatic nutrition person I've come across and that makes me trust the information.

[SandraMort]

I probably should have read before posting, since mine is similar in thought to this.  I'm glad I'm not the only one ripping out their hair.  Come take a look at my thread if you can, since maybe you have some useful input?  TY
 

Originally Posted by violetflapjack 
It seems like most of the out there I find research I find on either side is far from objective.  Everyone seems to be writing with an agenda or simply arguing (sometimes complete with name-calling and other inappropriate ways of pulling rank) rather than objectively viewing the available information just trying to develop an integrative perspective about what is most nutritious and health promoting.