Is it worth going vegan?

After a fair bit of deliberation and procrastination, nine months ago I finally took the plunge and went vegan. Why? Publicity and research suggest that a plant-based diet is healthier than eating meat, fish, dairy products, and anything derived from animals. I wanted to see if my health improved and do my bit for climate change. It was an interesting and eye-opening few months – particularly concerning the world of marketing and big business – but was it worth going vegan?