VEGAN HEALTH BENEFITS
There are many benefits becoming a vegan, but don’t just believe us – read what the experts are saying below. If you aren’t vegan already, you will be after reading these articles!
5 ways to cope when living with meat-eaters
Are you the only vegan in your household? Here are some ways you can manage your ethical diet while living amongst meat-eaters.
Why quitting cheese will improve your health
Consumption of cheese can negatively impact your health and lead towards serious illnesses, including cancer.
Meat eating is a health hazard
Dietary shifts away from meat is crucial to protect the environment, safeguard poorer communities and reduce the risk of disease outbreaks and pandemics.
Can your dog go vegan?
Some might be sceptical about feeding their beloved pet a vegan diet, but here is why you absolutely should.
Meat of the future: why lab-grown meat will become the norm
Cultured meat will be the meat of the future but what makes it so appealing to the consumer of the future?
European parliament identifies fake meat as climate solution
Sustainable protein may be the best climate solution according the the European Parliament.
More people are going vegan, here is why you should too
Veganism is becoming popular to more and more diverse groups of people. Here are some reasons why going vegan is the best diet choice.
Everything you need to know about vegan brand Beyond Meat
Beyond Meat has quickly become a popular vegan food brand. Here we break down what it is and how Beyond Meat products help save the planet.
Red meat consumption can lead to heart disease, according to new research
New research shows a link between eating red meat and the development of heart disease including high blood pressure and high cholesterol.
Cheese company, Bel Group, experiments with plant-based cheeses
The dairy company responsible for Babybel, Boursin, and Laughing Cow cheese, is looking towards a greener future by teaming up with Superbrewed.
Going plant-based is good for your health and the health of our planet
It is easy to be tricked by fad diets promising good health. Researchers have confirmed that the best diet for body and sustainability is plant-based.
Eating too much ultra-processed food could lead to dementia
People who eat more ultra-processed foods, such as hotdogs and ice cream may be at higher risk for the development of dementia, according to a new study.
Vegan snacks are in high demand amongst movie-goers
Movie theatres are beginning to stock more vegan snacks including popular vegan brands as demand from fans grows.
Celebrate summer by hosting a vegan dinner party!
Get ready to enjoy hosting a summer-time vegan dinner party with these amazing tips and recipes that are all plant-based.
13 take-aways from a veteran vegan
Long-time vegan, Theresa Houghton, shares what she has learned in thirteen years of being a vegan.
Precision fermentation is another solution to dairy’s climate change problem
Using precision fermentation to create popular dairy products could help to transition more people to an animal-free, sustainable diet.
Eating avocados can substantially increase overall diet quality, says American Heart Association
According to a study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association eating avocados could improve overall diet quality and decrease unhealthy cholesterol levels.
Researchers find link between fish consumption and cancer
A study published in a medical journal claims that eating fish products can higher the risk of developing cancer.
Scientists find microplastics in meat and dairy
Microplastic contamination has been found in beef and pork for the first time, as well as in the blood of cows and pigs on farms.
Slutty Vegan becomes Chief Restaurant Advisor at DoorDash
The owner of success vegan restaurant chain Slutty Vegan, Pinky Cole, will now take up a leading position at DoorDash.
Vegan food is a solution to the food crisis
While everyone is looking for a solution to the current food crisis, Zac Lovas believes vegan food can help the current global food crisis now and in the long term.
US dietary guidelines should advise against animal products
Animal products including meat and dairy are incredibly unhealthy, so why do US dietary guidelines not reflect this reality?
Store bought meat products could carry coronavirus
New study shows that traces of coronavirus can survive on frozen meat including beef, pork, chicken, and salmon.
Don’t believe the lies, soya is good for you
There is a lot of scaremongering around soya, but please be reassured that soya is not only safe to eat, it is very good for our health.
PETA awards Lindt for vegan chocolate
The chocolate company Lindt has once again won PETA’s ” PETA Vegan Food Award” for their Lindt Vegan Classic chocolate.
Meat made from seaweed, is it possible?
A number of vegan food start-ups are using seaweed to make meat that is both good for the planet and healthier for consumers.
10 good reasons to stop consuming dairy
Dairy is bad for you and the planet. There are so many reasons to quit eating dairy. Here are ten of the most convincing ones.
Cheese production is one of the largest greenhouse gas generators in the world
A new report reveals that consumers are unaware that dairy cheese is a major cause of carbon emissions.
20 vegetables that are packed with plant-based protein
These flavourful and delicious vegetables are an excellent source of protein for people who eat a plant-based diet.
The healing power of adaptogens in plants
These ten adaptogens found in plants, which are sourced sustainably, can help to improve your health.
Veganism growing with 79 million vegans globally
Veganism is a growing trend globally as more people become aware of the health and environmental benefits of going plant-based.
Veganism is growing, here’s why
People are becoming more aware of the health and environmental impact of veganism. Measuring its influence can take many forms.
There is a high demand for fake meat, study reveals
The Good Food Institute says that sustainably alternative meats are more popular than ever, but need investment to grow.
Veganism could help with obesity and diabetes, says new research
Research done by Copenhagen’s Steno Diabetes Center shows that eating a plant-based diet could help with weight loss and diabetes.
Even a quarter cup of milk a day can increase your risk of cancer
It has been known for years that dairy consumption increases a person’s risk of cancer. This BBC Medicine study confirms this.
How ‘nudging’ can change the way we eat
A recently published journal article considers the ways in which a psychological phenomenon known as nudging can decrease meat consumption.
British consumers are moving towards plant-based future, says reports
According to Dr Morgaine Gaye in less than 20 years about half of all British consumers will be give up meat to be either vegan or vegetarian.
Doctors in Scotland urge for a ban on meat in hospital meals
A Scottish doctor’s collective has penned an open letter to the NHS saying that patients should be served a plant-based diet to aid their health.
Eating green, leafy vegetables can lower risk of dementia
Eating spinach like Popeye won’t just make you stronger — it could protect you from dementia.
These vegan eggs are making chicken eggs obsolete
It took the plant-based industry a while to debut a product that cooked and baked up like a bird-based egg, but today, we there’s an ever-growing handful of them.
A guide to versatile vegan meat alternatives
An overview of vegan ingredients that you can sub in for meat that are also delicious and versatile in their own right.
A low-fat vegan diet can offer joint-pain relief
A new study has found that a low-fat vegan diet can help ease pain and reduce joint swelling caused by rheumatoid arthritis.
Gerber launches plant-based baby food
Baby food brand Gerber has put out a new line of baby food products that are organic, vegan, healthy and sustainable.
New study suggests raising children on plant-based diet
According to a study by Oxford University, feeding children a plant-based diet will ensure that they are empathetic towards animals.
Aleph Farms now creating cell-cultured collagen
With the goal to find new ways to produce animal-derived products at scale without exploiting animals, Aleph Farms has discovered a way to create cell-cultured collagen.
Great reasons to go vegan
From reducing CO2 emissions to leading a healthier lifestyle and more, there are so many good reasons to stop eating meat.
Should vegan food be labelled?
There is a heated debate going on about vegan or plant-based foods. Does labelling them as vegan deter customers or drive up sales?
How to change your diet to be more eco-friendly
While it might seem like one person can’t make a difference in the face of climate change, how and what you choose to eat can have an impact.
What happens to your body when you go plant-based?
During your first year eating a vegan diet your body will undergo many positive changes, right from day one. Here is what to expect when you go plant-based.
Meat consumption linked to male infertility
According to a new study eating chicken, beef, and lamb can lower testosterone in men leading to infertility and health problems.
Veganuary campaign has had a big impact, according to survey
A massive survey encompassing 228 countries shows that the Veganuary campaign has had a real world impact.
Why chicken is not as healthy as you think
Chicken has often been sold to us as a healthier and leaner protein than other meats, but here is why it is actually not healthy at all.
Eating meat does not make you happier
A recent report claimed that eating meat makes people happier, but on closer examination this claim is incredibly false.
School meals should be plant-based diet say doctors
Plant-based diets can be a simple and easy way to ensure children are healthy and to combat childhood obesity.
Why you need to stop eating chicken
Chicken on supermarket shelves is often contaminated with antibiotic-resistant strains of campylobacter and salmonella, while factory farms and slaughterhouses are riddled with unhygienic practices.
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New research proves what we have known for a long time. Eating meat weakens your health and makes you more susceptible to getting cancer.
Ditch meat and dairy to prevent heart disease
Just adding veggies to a meat-heavy diet won’t prevent heart attacks. A healthy diet would not include meat, cheese, and other animal products in your diet.
Arnold Schwarzenegger’s doctor thinks he’s a new person
Arnold Schwarzenegger says he’s been 80{85424e366b324f7465dc80d56c21055464082cc00b76c51558805a981c8fcd63} vegan the past 5 years and his ‘bad’ cholesterol is now so low his doctor thought he ‘might be a different person’.
‘Vegan bros’ redefine what it means to be manly
In the past veganism was often deemed unmanly, but these influential body-builders and athletes are showing the world a more positive side.
Why more and more people are going plant-based
Remember when the idea of giving up processed meat seemed weird? However, the plant-based diet has now spread from the margin onto the mainstream.
There is nothing “natural” about dairy milk
The process of farming cows for milk relies on an artificial process involving much suffering. So why does the dairy industry refer to milk as “natural”?
The dairy industry has been lying to you
Despite the advertising campaigns, consuming dairy products is incredibly bad for your health. Here’s the history and science behind milk.
Meat causes cancer, says European Parliament
Scientists and medical professionals have been warning of the dangers of meat for years and now politicians are finally getting on board.
Vegan meat is all the rage, but what is it exactly?
As consumers become aware of the environmental and health benefits of vegan food more people than ever are eating plant-based meat.
No difference between plant protein and animal protein, says study
According to this study protein derived from plants is just as effective as protein derived from meat for building muscle.
The moral dilemma of meat-eating
Many people who know the harmful impact of meat on the planet and animals still eat meat. Why do our brains allow us to do something we know is wrong?
You could live a longer life if you switched to a sustainable diet
Swapping meat for sustainable alternatives can dramatically improve your health and quality of life, according to a study.
If people went vegan, nations could save millions on healthcare
A study has revealed that vegetarians have a 15{85424e366b324f7465dc80d56c21055464082cc00b76c51558805a981c8fcd63} lower total medical expenditure per person compared with people who eat meat.
To really make a difference, start with what’s on your plate
One month of change is not enough to break habits built up over a lifetime, but it’s enough to open up new possibilities. All revolutions start somewhere.
An easy guide to going vegan for beginners
If you are planning on embracing a vegan diet this year, we have six tips to help make the transition smoother. Check them out!
Five reasons to quit meat for good
Animal agriculture has wide ranging negative impacts on the planet including animal suffering and environmental degradation.
Eat for the future by adopting a Climatarian Diet
The plant heavy Climatarian Diet is believed to reduce human impact on the environment and has the potential to halt climate change.
The BOSH! boys share easy tips and budget recipes for going vegan this year
BOSH! boys, Henry Firth and Ian Theasby, talk about their favourite vegan recipes and give their hacks to plant-based eating in 2022.
How a vegan diet can make you healthier
There are endless health-benefits that come with adopting a vegan diet, including reducing your risk of cancer and encouraging digestive health.
The vegan trends that might save our species from extinction
From plant-based meat to cultured meat and other vegan trends that are helping the world move away from earth-destroying animal agriculture.
Red meat and processed meats much worse for us than previously thought
A new study provides more evidence that meat consumption isn’t just bad for you, it leads to higher rates of serious disease.
The only way to save marine life is to stop eating fish
Overfishing is a serious problem for humans, aquatic animals, and planetary health alike. We need to change our ways to save our oceans and sea life.
Plant-based diets increase in popularity
An unusual landscape of intergenerational living, climate crises, pandemic weight gain and even boredom made 2020 ripe for a surge in plant-based diets.
Why you should stop eating fish
Fish suffer tremendously before their untimely death, the fishing industry is destroying our oceans and the environmental impact is huge.
13 unexpected gains from eating a vegan diet
Here is a list of ways that switching to a vegan diet can improve your health and quality of life that you wouldn’t ordinarily hear about.
Bodybuilder credits vegan diet for his fitness success
Bodybuilder and fitness coach Steve Pilot says that eating a vegan diet changed his life for the positive and helped him achieve his dreams.
Is the food industry encouraging unhealthy eating habits?
The National Food Strategy in the UK has warned of “wilfully misleading” packaging which can give a false impression that foods are healthy.
Eating vegan can help you live longer
Making sustainable food choices, and avoiding meat and dairy, can help to save the environment from destruction and improve your health.
Going vegan will make you give a crap!
Many things change in your body when you switch to a vegan diet. Surprisingly, going to the bathroom is one of them. Soon you’ll be pooping chocolate snakes
Switch to a plant-based burger this National Burger Day
From saving water to having a healthier heart, here’s why choosing a meat-free burger this National Burger Day is better for you – and the planet.
Here’s why you should go plant-based today!
Plant-based diets are healthier for your body and for the planet. Here is how and why you should quit animal products and adopt a better diet.
Researchers around the world agree on beneficial aspects of a plant-based diet
At a scientific congress, researchers agreed that the consumption of plant-based food had a significant impact on the health of individuals.
One in five Americans are leaning toward a vegan diet
According to a poll of 2,000 U.S. residents, one in five people said they had been influenced by veganism to alter their diets.
Are sodas, such as Coke, vegan-friendly?
Animal-derived ingredients can be found in products despite not being labeled as such. Here’s some surprising facts about your favourite fizzy drinks.
Quotes from vegan athletes on why they went plant-based
Read what motivated these top athletes, including Lewis Hamilton, Tia Blanco and Venus Williams, to pivot to a plant-based lifestyle.
Just what is wrong with eating meat?
Consuming meat products is bad for your health and the environment. Here is a list of reasons why you should quit eating meat today.
Give up meat to avoid coronary heart disease, say Oxford researchers
According to research done by Oxford University eating processed meat can raise the risk of coronary heart disease by a fifth.
Government should encourage eating more fruit and veg, says new report
A new report aimed at encouraging healthy eating in England says government should be providing free meals to the poor and promoting plant-based eating.
Can you build muscle on plant sourced protein?
Contrary to what some say going plant-based can help you source the proteins needed to build muscle, stay fit and be healthy.
Why do people go vegan?
There are many reasons to switch to a vegan diet. Mainly the environmental impact of a meat-centric diet, stopping animal suffering, and health. Environmental impact Livestock and their byproducts account for at least 32,000 million tons of carbon dioxide (CO2) per...
Eating a vegan diet can help with depression
Research shows that depression is linked to one’s diet. Switching to a vegan diet can encourage healthy eating and help lessen symptoms of depression.
Here’s how a vegan diet can change your body for the better
Check out our list of all the ways in which your body is positively impacted in the first year that you start eating a vegan diet.
Eating meat leads to cancer causing DNA mutation, according to new research
New research report published in a journal shows that the link between meat consumption and cancer could be because of a DNA mutation.
Can a plant-based diet protect against COVID-19?
A new scientific study shows that people on a plant-based diet are less likely to exhibit serious symptoms of COVID-19 than those who eat meat.
Milk: Most deadly and common food allergy in children
A new paediatric study shows that milk allergies have surpassed peanut allergies as the most life threatening food allergy in children.