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Overview of veganic techniques
goveganic.net Overview of veganic techniques - Veganic Agriculture NetworkIn veganic agriculture, fertility is maintained without the use of chemical fertilizers or animal products. Instead, veganic agriculture favors good soil stewardship, biodiversity, plant-based fertility (compost, mulch, chipped branch wood, green manures), and mineral supplements if needed. Veganic ...
- vegnews.com How to Bake Vegan: The Ultimate Guide to Egg, Milk, and Butter Substitutes
From cookies to cakes and everything in between, vegan baking is a breeze with our handy substitution guide.
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Beyond Meat CEO says a smear campaign almost killed his business. Here’s how he’s fighting back
fortune.com How a campaign attacking plant-based meat led to a Beyond reformulation“We reacted by looking inward and asking, ‘How do we make this product unassailable from a health perspective?’” says Beyond Meat CEO Ethan Brown.
- vegnews.com Ultra-Processed Food Giants Face Pressure as Research Links Vegetarian Diets to Higher Risks
New studies reveal vegetarians and vegans consume slightly more processed foods than meat eaters, sparking debate on diet quality.
>Researchers analyzed the eating habits of nearly 200,000 individuals, discovering that vegetarians consumed 1.3 percentage points more ultra-processed foods compared to meat eaters. For vegans, the difference was marginally smaller at 1.2 percentage points. The study concluded: “This UK-based study found higher UPF consumption in vegetarian diets and lower in diets with a modest amount of meat or fish.”
>While such foods are engineered for convenience and appeal, they are often criticized for their health implications. A previous study linked high consumption of plant-based UPFs to an increased risk of cardiovascular diseases, further complicating the narrative that all plant-based diets are inherently healthier.
>when well-planned, offer significant health benefits, including reduced risks of type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and some cancers. Conversely, high red meat consumption has been strongly associated with heart disease, cancer, and premature death. However, researchers note that the health risks of meat consumption are often tied to processed products rather than high-quality, unprocessed meat.
>The ultra-processed food industry, much like tobacco and alcohol sectors, has faced growing scrutiny from researchers and advocates calling for stricter regulations. A recent study published in Health Promotion International highlights the tactics employed by these industries to undermine public health initiatives, silence advocates, and delay regulatory measures.
>“Public discreditation, followed by legal threats and action, complaints, and Freedom of Information Requests were most frequently mentioned and often attributed to health-harming industries.”
>Evans-Reeves further explained that language used to discredit public health advocates often includes inflammatory and derogatory terms such as “zealots” or “extremists.” These attacks, though damaging, rarely deter researchers from continuing their work. “The dominant narrative was of perseverance,” she said, noting that most researchers remained committed to their advocacy despite facing public and legal challenges.
>The coalition’s letter also emphasized the financial risks associated with an over-reliance on unhealthy product sales. The letter cited a study projecting that the global obesity epidemic could cost the economy $4 trillion annually by 2035, a figure comparable to the economic toll of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. Beyond economic risks, investors argue that failing to act on this issue exposes companies to reputational harm and regulatory scrutiny.
- benthams.substack.com The Unspeakable Horrors Beyond Comprehension That We Inflict On Thanksgiving Turkeys
However bad you think the treatment of turkeys is, it's worse
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Plant-Based Meat And Milk Offer Similar Or Better Nutrition Than Animal Products, Study Finds
plantbasednews.org Plant-Based Alternatives Can Be Healthier Than Animal ProductsAn analysis by ProVeg International has found that fortified plant-based products can be healthier than their animal-based counterparts
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Vegan Society Volunteer, Zuleka Waldman, shares her experience of going vegan in Zimbabwe
www.vegansociety.com From 7 colours to 7 years veganVegan Society Volunteer, Zuleka Waldman, shares her experience of going vegan in Zimbabwe.
- vegnews.com The Best Vegan Cookbooks of 2024
The last year has seen many vegan cookbooks hit the shelves. From Pamela Anderson’s ‘I Love You’ to Joe Yonan’s ‘Mastering the Art of Plant-Based Cooking,’ here are some of the best to add to your gift list.
- plantbasednews.org Bird Flu Found In Raw Milk In The US, Officials Say
Bird flu H5N1 has been found in raw milk in California, officials have said, raising concerns about the growing threat of the virus
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ProVeg South Africa Report Shows Significant Rise in Plant-Based Options in Fast Food Industry
>According to the report, fast-food consumption in South Africa has surged by 33.1% since 2019, spurred by challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic and load-shedding crises in the country, which caused many people to turn to fast food due to power outages in their homes. In response to growing health, ethical, and environmental concerns, plant-based main dishes have seen a 16.67% increase in menus, though they still constitute less than 5% of the total offerings.
