Plant-based diets, animal agriculture, and the connection with urological and planetary health

Purpose of review We summarize the latest evidence regarding the impact of plant-based diets on urological and planetary health to facilitate patient counseling and research regarding dietary intervention. Recent findings Studies have highlighted the association of plant-based diets with a lower risk of multiple urological conditions including prostate cancer, erectile dysfunction, benign prostatic hyperplasia, and nephrolithiasis, as well as benefits for planetary health. Summary Plant-based diets are associated with numerous benefits that co-promote urological and planetary health.