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What an absolute tragedy, sympathy to her family. I really hope that this unnecessary and sad death is a message to al those who think the vegan diet is sound nutritionally, that it is perhaps not. The need for protein in the diet is vital. Your muscles need the protein for strength. A balanced diet of enough protein, unrefined carbs and good unsaturated fats is essential for whole body wellbeing.
Jumpstart wrote:I agree. I didn't see the writer attribute the fluid build-up to Veganism. If you put it out there that you're vegan why wouldn't they mention it in the story?
vgpedlr wrote:The only thing the article leaves out is that altitude sickness can strike any one at any time, regardless of experience or diet. The same climber can be on the same mountain, the same route, and experience it differently. One time, fine, next time, near death.
Spiral wrote:Goodness, I didn't know the risks were so high. I do, however, remember how out of breath I was when I climbed Pikes Peak.
Goodness, I didn't know the risks were so high. I do, however, remember how out of breath I was when I climbed Pikes Peak.
Article wrote:They would have to wait on Everest, though.
Article wrote:“Physically he’s OK, we think,” Heinz said. “Mentally he is a mess. He’s just lost his wife. These guys were not amateurs, they were experienced climbers.”
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