What Does It Mean to Be a Flexitarian? 10 Reasons You Should Try the Diet

"Eating more plant-based foods means you are reducing or even eliminating processed foods, which may contain preservatives and artificial ingredients," explains Siskind. Think about it: flexitarianism pushes you toward a slice of veggie pizza, rather than pepperoni. Considering processed meats have been linked to cancer, this easy swap could be adding years to your life.