Cristina Bertagna
According to Veganuary, there are three primary motivations behind trying vegan. To better protect animals, to lessen the impact on our world (climate breakdown, deforestation, pollution and wildlife destruction), and to enhance personal wealth. Veganism and vegan food options have evolved massively since the beginning with becoming easier and more accessible than ever.
Health Benefits
It’s no surprise that many people are following suit and opting for a plant-based diet after learning that some of the best athletes in the world have adopted it to improve their health, performance, and recovery. The benefits are endless of animal-free eating including;
- Lowers blood pressure and cholesterol levels.
- Reduced risk of type 2 diabetes, osteoarthritis and hypertension.
- Prevents and reverse certain cancers e.g. colon and bowel, heart disease and lower respiratory diseases.
- Weight-loss.
Accessibility
- Choice - there are now an abundance of alternatives and recipes out there to choose from.
- Access - all shops small and large now have a vegan section and many restaurants are now vegan-friendly with some restaurants even being 100% vegan.
- Culture - more and more cultures are embracing a vegan friendly diet with India having the highest number of vegans in the world, Israel's vegan-friendly culture, Ethiopian Eritrean cuisine and Jamaican Ital food.
How you and What The Fork can help make a difference
How you and What The Fork can help make a difference
