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It’s a lot easier today with the wealth of information and foods, particular for professional athletes.

> dearth

I think you mean wealth right?

Yes! Thank you. Fixed.

but that doesn't change the fact that meat is a rich source of protein which is beneficial for physical development

Sure: some athletes get a lot of protein that way, and others get a lot of protein without eating any meat. It's beneficial for muscle-building either way you do it.

> There are a ton of professional athletes

How many can you name?

Or, since that would be anecdotal: what surveys have been done of professional athletes' diets?

And if there are any, is the percentage of vegetarians higher than a comparable group in the same age bracket?