2. Helps prevent childhood asthma
A plant-based diet is very helpful when dealing with asthma. While a diet consisting of processed foods and red meat can trigger asthma in children (and even adults), whole grains like brown rice, oatmeal and barley can prevent the onset of asthma and reduce the frequency of the attacks that occur. If you suspect your child is at risk of developing asthma, make sure you include a large serving of oatmeal in their diet every day.