On the whole, the information Americans receive on diet is often contradictory, biased, and confusing causing most to throw up their hands in despair and continue eating the foods they have always eaten. Unfortunately, in many cases, the information they receive is born from commercial interests rather than altruistic impartiality. However, when we review the scientific studies, experiments, and empirical evidence, and put aside our own biases, the information is consistent and the conclusion clear. The following 100 worldwide health reviews, medical journals, and publications were used as references for The Veg Reports.