This document discusses the rise of vegetarianism as a trend in the United States. It traces the origins and history of vegetarianism from early humans to its growing popularity today. The document also examines how the vegetarian trend is impacting businesses, providing the example of Veggie Grill which has seen increased sales serving vegetarian options to non-vegetarians. The chef at Rush Creek Golf Course discusses how adding a vegetarian section increased their lunch business. The document argues the vegetarian trend will continue growing and more restaurants should adapt by expanding their vegetarian offerings.
This document contains research conducted by Alex Walker on veganism. It includes primary research through interview questions asking people if they could live a vegan lifestyle and what appeals/doesn't appeal about being vegan. It also contains secondary research such as articles on why go vegan and the ethics of being vegan. Other research includes vegan recipes, videos promoting veganism, and an infographic on dairy industry facts. The document aims to provide information to create a leaflet promoting the positives of a vegan lifestyle and alternatives.
This document summarizes the products and benefits of Go Vegan foods, an Indian plant-based foods company. It highlights that Go Vegan offers a variety of soy-based products including soymilk, tofu, frozen desserts, and burgers. These products are cholesterol-free, lactose-free, and have a long shelf life of 1-6 months. The document also emphasizes that Go Vegan uses FSSAI certified production facilities and its founder has experience reversing diet-related diseases. It claims their products are used and recommended by world-class chefs and large companies in India.
The document provides information on various topics related to veganism, including definitions of veganism, reasons why people become vegan, the environmental and health impacts of vegan diets, an overview of the vegan diet, and tips for transitioning to a vegan lifestyle. Across multiple sections, the document examines veganism from different angles, citing sources from reputable vegan organizations to support its discussion of these topics.
Veganuary aims to introduce people to a vegan diet and lifestyle for the month of January when people are looking to start new habits. A 2009 study found that vegans had lower and healthier BMIs on average compared to vegetarians and non-vegetarians. Veganism also aims to avoid using animal products in fashion due to the cruel practices involved in industries like wool, fur, leather and some cosmetics.
The document provides information about veganism including role models, recipes from different cuisines, products, myths about vegan diets, the environmental benefits, tips for eating and shopping as a vegan, the health benefits, why vegans don't eat animals, vegan athletes, campaigns against animal cruelty, and vegan clothing materials. Primary research was also included where college students answered questions about what being vegan means to them and if they would try it and what they would miss.
Practically Vegan: How To Go Vegan Affordably and ConvenientlyKimberly Steele
This document provides information and advice for going vegan. It begins by addressing common myths about veganism, such as that it is too expensive, unhealthy, or difficult. It then offers tips, such as buying used appliances and visiting Asian grocery stores. The document provides examples of easy vegan meals and frozen meal ideas. It suggests buying nutritional staples from bulk bins and health food stores. Overall, the document aims to address concerns and provide practical guidance for adopting a vegan lifestyle.
Veganism is defined as avoiding all animal products including meat, dairy and eggs. This document discusses the definition and history of veganism as well as the health benefits of a vegan lifestyle such as reduced risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes. Research on vegan diets preventing various cancers and diseases is also presented. The document then discusses what a balanced vegan diet entails and ensuring adequate intake of vitamins B12 and D through fortified foods or supplements. Lastly, climate change impacts of animal agriculture are covered, noting it accounts for 51% of greenhouse gas emissions globally.
Being vegan is a lifestyle choice that avoids all animal products in food, clothing, and other uses. While vegetarians may consume eggs and dairy, vegans do not consume or use anything from animals. There is a debate around whether veganism is a subdivision of vegetarianism or if true vegetarians are vegan. More people today prefer being vegan or vegetarian, but their motivations may be to follow contemporary fashion trends or for ethical and health reasons like protecting the environment and animals or weight loss.
This document contains research conducted by Alex Walker on veganism. It includes primary research through interview questions asking people if they could live a vegan lifestyle and what appeals/doesn't appeal about being vegan. It also contains secondary research such as articles on why go vegan and the ethics of being vegan. Other research includes vegan recipes, videos promoting veganism, and an infographic on dairy industry facts. The document aims to provide information to create a leaflet promoting the positives of a vegan lifestyle and alternatives.
This document summarizes the products and benefits of Go Vegan foods, an Indian plant-based foods company. It highlights that Go Vegan offers a variety of soy-based products including soymilk, tofu, frozen desserts, and burgers. These products are cholesterol-free, lactose-free, and have a long shelf life of 1-6 months. The document also emphasizes that Go Vegan uses FSSAI certified production facilities and its founder has experience reversing diet-related diseases. It claims their products are used and recommended by world-class chefs and large companies in India.
The document provides information on various topics related to veganism, including definitions of veganism, reasons why people become vegan, the environmental and health impacts of vegan diets, an overview of the vegan diet, and tips for transitioning to a vegan lifestyle. Across multiple sections, the document examines veganism from different angles, citing sources from reputable vegan organizations to support its discussion of these topics.
Veganuary aims to introduce people to a vegan diet and lifestyle for the month of January when people are looking to start new habits. A 2009 study found that vegans had lower and healthier BMIs on average compared to vegetarians and non-vegetarians. Veganism also aims to avoid using animal products in fashion due to the cruel practices involved in industries like wool, fur, leather and some cosmetics.
The document provides information about veganism including role models, recipes from different cuisines, products, myths about vegan diets, the environmental benefits, tips for eating and shopping as a vegan, the health benefits, why vegans don't eat animals, vegan athletes, campaigns against animal cruelty, and vegan clothing materials. Primary research was also included where college students answered questions about what being vegan means to them and if they would try it and what they would miss.
Practically Vegan: How To Go Vegan Affordably and ConvenientlyKimberly Steele
This document provides information and advice for going vegan. It begins by addressing common myths about veganism, such as that it is too expensive, unhealthy, or difficult. It then offers tips, such as buying used appliances and visiting Asian grocery stores. The document provides examples of easy vegan meals and frozen meal ideas. It suggests buying nutritional staples from bulk bins and health food stores. Overall, the document aims to address concerns and provide practical guidance for adopting a vegan lifestyle.
Veganism is defined as avoiding all animal products including meat, dairy and eggs. This document discusses the definition and history of veganism as well as the health benefits of a vegan lifestyle such as reduced risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes. Research on vegan diets preventing various cancers and diseases is also presented. The document then discusses what a balanced vegan diet entails and ensuring adequate intake of vitamins B12 and D through fortified foods or supplements. Lastly, climate change impacts of animal agriculture are covered, noting it accounts for 51% of greenhouse gas emissions globally.
Being vegan is a lifestyle choice that avoids all animal products in food, clothing, and other uses. While vegetarians may consume eggs and dairy, vegans do not consume or use anything from animals. There is a debate around whether veganism is a subdivision of vegetarianism or if true vegetarians are vegan. More people today prefer being vegan or vegetarian, but their motivations may be to follow contemporary fashion trends or for ethical and health reasons like protecting the environment and animals or weight loss.
Veganism seeks to exclude animal exploitation for various purposes and has health, environmental, and ethical benefits. Veganuary is a campaign encouraging people to try veganism in January, with over 3,200 committing in 2014. While vegans must obtain nutrients from plants, supplements ensure adequate vitamin B12. Adopting a vegan diet may reduce diseases and PMS symptoms by eliminating meat and dairy. It also helps the environment by reducing greenhouse gases and fresh water use compared to meat production.
The document discusses research conducted on views about veganism. A survey was administered asking about knowledge of veganism and opinions on a vegan diet. Most respondents knew what veganism is but had not considered it due to not wanting to give up foods like meat and dairy. Opinions on a vegan diet were mixed, with some seeing it as bland or restrictive but beneficial for health. Reasons people become vegan included health reasons or concerns about animal treatment. Most vegan friends of respondents were vegan for health reasons. Secondary research summarized information from vegan advocacy websites about the ethics, health, and environmental benefits of veganism. Quotes from various sources on these topics were also presented.
This document provides information about veganism through various articles and websites. It defines veganism as a diet that excludes meat, eggs, dairy and other animal products. Some key points covered include the health benefits of a vegan diet like reduced risk of heart disease and cancer. However, it also notes disadvantages like needing B12 supplements due to the vitamin not being found in plant foods. The document discusses myths about veganism and provides information on a popular January event called Veganuary that encourages people to try veganism. Overall, the document presents a balanced view of veganism by outlining both advantages and disadvantages.
This document discusses what a vegan diet is, including that veganism excludes all animal products such as meat, eggs and dairy. It notes that a vegan diet requires supplementing vitamin B12 from non-animal sources and provides some pros and cons of adopting a vegan lifestyle, such as potential health benefits but also social challenges. The document also explores various myths and misconceptions about vegan diets.
Fast food has some advantages like being ready to eat anywhere and saving time from preparing food, as well as being cheap and available at many corners. However, it also has disadvantages like containing chemicals and preservatives while providing few nutrients. Eating too much fast food can change tastes and cause overeating as well as health issues in the long run. Overall, both fast food and homemade food have pros and cons, and it depends on one's needs which is better in different situations.
Veganism seeks to exclude animal exploitation and has health, environmental, and ethical benefits. The Veganuary campaign encourages people to try veganism in January and saw over 3,000 participants in 2014. Vegans obtain nutrients from plant sources and may need B12 supplements. Adopting a vegan diet can reduce diseases and alleviate PMS symptoms. Animal agriculture impacts the environment through water and land use and greenhouse gas emissions.
This document discusses fast food and whether it is healthy or unhealthy. It notes that Americans spend a lot of money on fast food and eat out frequently. While fast food portions have increased significantly over the past 20 years, containing hundreds more calories, Americans are not burning enough extra calories to balance this. As a result, many are gaining weight, putting them at risk for health issues like diabetes, heart disease, and some cancers. The document provides tips for making healthier fast food choices by selecting smaller portions and options with less fat and calories.
(1st) is being a vegan all about losing weightSophieBaker98
While weight loss can be a benefit of a vegan diet, the main reason most people choose veganism is due to concerns about animal welfare and reducing cruelty in how animals are treated for food production. Adopting a vegan diet means avoiding not just meat but also animal products like dairy, eggs and honey out of a belief that animals should not be used or confined against their will. However, there is debate around how strictly vegan philosophy should be applied and where to draw the line between use and cruelty toward animals. Overall, veganism is driven more by a desire to help animals than just health or weight loss reasons.
Veganism is a lifestyle that seeks to avoid animal exploitation and has grown in popularity. It remains controversial as it differs from social norms around diet. Vegans must ensure they get adequate nutrients from plant sources and supplements like vitamin B12. While vegan diets may reduce disease risk, they do not necessarily improve women's health or alleviate menstrual issues. Adopting veganism can significantly help the environment by avoiding meat, which requires vast land and water use compared to plant foods.
Tom Armstrong conducted a survey to gather information about perceptions of veganism. The majority of respondents were familiar with veganism but had not considered it due to not wanting to give up foods like meat and dairy. Opinions on a vegan diet were mixed, with some seeing it as bland or beneficial for health. Respondents believed people become vegan for health or animal welfare reasons. Most knew vegan friends who pursued it for health. Armstrong notes additional questions could have provided more context to responses.
Vegan Presentation, Dr. Aumatma and Dr. Jina Shahcharityfocus
This document provides an overview of veganism including definitions, reasons to go vegan related to health, environment, and ethics, and how vegans get nutrition from plant-based foods. It discusses protein and calcium needs being met through beans, nuts, grains and vegetables. It outlines meat, dairy and egg substitutes. The document aims to educate about adopting a vegan lifestyle and eating patterns through substitutes and recipes.
Veganism is a philosophy that seeks to avoid animal exploitation and promotes a plant-based lifestyle. It is a controversial way of living that differs from social norms. The Veganuary campaign encourages people to try veganism in January. While vegan diets require care to ensure adequate nutrient intake, they may provide health benefits by reducing disease risk and improving personal health. However, claims about benefits related to women's menstrual cycles require more research. Veganism also helps the environment by reducing agricultural land and water use compared to meat production.
This document provides information about vegetarianism and veganism. It defines vegetarians and vegans as people who do not eat meat, fish, or animal products. A typical vegan meal may include foods like tofu, nuts, chickpeas, rice, lentils and various Asian and Mediterranean dishes. Reasons for being vegetarian include health benefits, environmental sustainability concerns, and objections to animal harm or slaughter. There are different types of vegetarians such as lacto-ovo vegetarians who eat dairy and eggs, and pescatarians who eat fish and shellfish but no other meats. The document also gives demographic information showing growing numbers of vegetarians in the UK and US, especially among women and younger
Vegetarianism has steadily increased in Britain in recent years, rising by about 500 adults and children per year since 2010. A vegetarian diet avoids meat, fish and other animal products for various reasons like health concerns about fat and chemicals in meat, environmental concerns about resource use and habitat destruction, ethical concerns about animal welfare, and religious or personal beliefs. While only about 2% of Britain's population is vegetarian, many companies have expanded their meat-alternative offerings in response to growing interest in vegetarian options.
The document discusses slow food and vegetarian diets as popular food movements in Italy that promote health. It notes that slow food focuses on local ingredients and replicating home cooking, while vegetarian diets avoid meat and other animal products for health, ethical, or environmental reasons. A vegan diet is described as the strictest form of vegetarianism that excludes all animal products including dairy and eggs.
This document discusses what it means to be a vegetarian by defining different types of vegetarians such as lacto-ovo vegetarians and vegans. It then provides reasons why people choose a vegetarian diet, including ethics around animal welfare, environmental concerns about resource use and pollution, and health benefits like reducing risk of heart disease and cancer. Demographic data on vegetarians is presented, foods they avoid eating are listed, and popular vegetarian food companies are identified.
Veganism is a lifestyle that avoids eating animal products such as meat, eggs, dairy, and using animal byproducts. This document discusses some of the perceived health benefits of following a vegan diet for a month based on various studies. It notes that vegan diets may help reduce the risks of diseases like heart disease and diabetes. The document also explores how a vegan lifestyle can benefit the environment by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and conserving water compared to meat production. However, it questions one specific claim about water usage for beef production.
Marie, Hannah and Charlotte are conducting audience research. There are different types of vegetarians such as semi-vegetarians, pescatarians, lacto-ovo vegetarians, and vegans. People become vegetarian for reasons like animal welfare, health benefits, religion, and environmental sustainability. A typical vegan meal may include foods like tofu, rice, lentils, chickpeas, and oat milk. The number of vegetarians in the UK and USA is growing, influenced by factors such as education and awareness campaigns.
The document discusses the history and health impacts of fast food. It notes that while fast food is often associated with modern urban development, its roots can be traced back to ancient Rome and East Asian cities where bread stands and noodle shops served ready-to-eat meals. Both benefits and risks of fast food are outlined, with risks including low nutritional value, unhealthy ingredients, and negative health effects from highly processed foods high in calories but low in nutrients. A bibliography with two sources is also provided.
Is being a Vegetarian Healthier than eating Meat?drobertson6001
The document discusses whether a vegetarian diet is healthier than one that includes eating meat. It notes that while being vegetarian can be healthier, it is important to follow certain guidelines like making correct lifestyle changes, getting sufficient nutrients, water, and exercise. Some downfalls of eating meat are that it can lead to high cholesterol, blood pressure, and increased risk of diabetes. Overall, the document suggests that choosing a vegetarian diet focused on vegetables over meats can help avoid health issues like heart disease and diabetes.
22713Global nutrition transition and the pandemic of obesity.docxvickeryr87
2/27/13
Global nutrition transition and the pandemic of obesity in developing countries
Introduction:
This article is about studying the pandemic of obesity around the globe. The focus of this article looks at many views and aspects of the reasons why we are experiencing this pandemic. Years ago people did not worry or think much about obesity because they didn’t see it very often. The authors of this article pursue the change in diets in the 1970’s. Something has clearly shifted around these times because by the 1980’s it was understood that dietary quality declined, physical activity was declining and obesity was on the rise in the United States. This study shows how the pandemic is not only here at home, but how it has reached rural areas in some of the poorest countries such as Africa and South Asia.
Incentive:
The purpose of this study is to attempt to determine what changes have occurred to cause this rise of obesity. There are reasons for why we are eating the way we do, and moving less then we used to. If we can understand what key factors are playing major roles in this occurrence, then we can attempt to restore this pandemic. This article may provide information regarding future options and changes necessary to overcome this problem.
Methods:
This is a review article so the authors themselves do not use any techniques and they do not do any of the actual studies. This peer-reviewed journal article takes results and discussions from multiple previous works and combines them to show the probable shifts of the human diet. The key aspects, among many others, these authors reached at are studies done on institutional and large-scale feeding programs, education: labeling and front-of-package initiatives, regulations regarding beverages and food marketing, schools, and country-specific initiatives.
Conclusion:
The authors found major shifts in the way humans eat and drink. Major problems are coming from the consumption of processed foods, fast food restaurants, lack of education, and dramatically reduced movement/exercise. The authors see a evolution process occurring that is non beneficial. We need to evolve towards a healthier diet involving less processed food and more nutrient-dense food. Obesity, cancer, and diabetes rates are all on the climb and a big factor of that is what we put into our bodies.
Analysis:
The most important thing I took away from this article is that there differently is a change occurring around us and it comes from the decisions we make every day on what we decide to put in our bodies. I think it may be hard for some younger people to see a change happening because nothing seems new to us. We are used to the away from home meals and the easy access to fast food chains. As we get more and more educated on the topic, we begin to realize that health issues are on the rise, businesses are solely based on income rather than related health issues, and people are becoming lazy.
Some of the sho.
22713HE 325Global nutrition transition and the pandemic of.docxtamicawaysmith
2/27/13
HE 325
Global nutrition transition and the pandemic of obesity in developing countries
Introduction:
This article is about studying the pandemic of obesity around the globe. The focus of this article looks at many views and aspects of the reasons why we are experiencing this pandemic. Years ago people did not worry or think much about obesity because they didn’t see it very often. The authors of this article pursue the change in diets in the 1970’s. Something has clearly shifted around these times because by the 1980’s it was understood that dietary quality declined, physical activity was declining and obesity was on the rise in the United States. This study shows how the pandemic is not only here at home, but how it has reached rural areas in some of the poorest countries such as Africa and South Asia.
Incentive:
The purpose of this study is to attempt to determine what changes have occurred to cause this rise of obesity. There are reasons for why we are eating the way we do, and moving less then we used to. If we can understand what key factors are playing major roles in this occurrence, then we can attempt to restore this pandemic. This article may provide information regarding future options and changes necessary to overcome this problem.
Methods:
This is a review article so the authors themselves do not use any techniques and they do not do any of the actual studies. This peer-reviewed journal article takes results and discussions from multiple previous works and combines them to show the probable shifts of the human diet. The key aspects, among many others, these authors reached at are studies done on institutional and large-scale feeding programs, education: labeling and front-of-package initiatives, regulations regarding beverages and food marketing, schools, and country-specific initiatives.
Conclusion:
The authors found major shifts in the way humans eat and drink. Major problems are coming from the consumption of processed foods, fast food restaurants, lack of education, and dramatically reduced movement/exercise. The authors see a evolution process occurring that is non beneficial. We need to evolve towards a healthier diet involving less processed food and more nutrient-dense food. Obesity, cancer, and diabetes rates are all on the climb and a big factor of that is what we put into our bodies.
Analysis:
The most important thing I took away from this article is that there differently is a change occurring around us and it comes from the decisions we make every day on what we decide to put in our bodies. I think it may be hard for some younger people to see a change happening because nothing seems new to us. We are used to the away from home meals and the easy access to fast food chains. As we get more and more educated on the topic, we begin to realize that health issues are on the rise, businesses are solely based on income rather than related health issues, and people are becoming lazy.
Some of ...
Veganism seeks to exclude animal exploitation for various purposes and has health, environmental, and ethical benefits. Veganuary is a campaign encouraging people to try veganism in January, with over 3,200 committing in 2014. While vegans must obtain nutrients from plants, supplements ensure adequate vitamin B12. Adopting a vegan diet may reduce diseases and PMS symptoms by eliminating meat and dairy. It also helps the environment by reducing greenhouse gases and fresh water use compared to meat production.
The document discusses research conducted on views about veganism. A survey was administered asking about knowledge of veganism and opinions on a vegan diet. Most respondents knew what veganism is but had not considered it due to not wanting to give up foods like meat and dairy. Opinions on a vegan diet were mixed, with some seeing it as bland or restrictive but beneficial for health. Reasons people become vegan included health reasons or concerns about animal treatment. Most vegan friends of respondents were vegan for health reasons. Secondary research summarized information from vegan advocacy websites about the ethics, health, and environmental benefits of veganism. Quotes from various sources on these topics were also presented.
This document provides information about veganism through various articles and websites. It defines veganism as a diet that excludes meat, eggs, dairy and other animal products. Some key points covered include the health benefits of a vegan diet like reduced risk of heart disease and cancer. However, it also notes disadvantages like needing B12 supplements due to the vitamin not being found in plant foods. The document discusses myths about veganism and provides information on a popular January event called Veganuary that encourages people to try veganism. Overall, the document presents a balanced view of veganism by outlining both advantages and disadvantages.
This document discusses what a vegan diet is, including that veganism excludes all animal products such as meat, eggs and dairy. It notes that a vegan diet requires supplementing vitamin B12 from non-animal sources and provides some pros and cons of adopting a vegan lifestyle, such as potential health benefits but also social challenges. The document also explores various myths and misconceptions about vegan diets.
Fast food has some advantages like being ready to eat anywhere and saving time from preparing food, as well as being cheap and available at many corners. However, it also has disadvantages like containing chemicals and preservatives while providing few nutrients. Eating too much fast food can change tastes and cause overeating as well as health issues in the long run. Overall, both fast food and homemade food have pros and cons, and it depends on one's needs which is better in different situations.
Veganism seeks to exclude animal exploitation and has health, environmental, and ethical benefits. The Veganuary campaign encourages people to try veganism in January and saw over 3,000 participants in 2014. Vegans obtain nutrients from plant sources and may need B12 supplements. Adopting a vegan diet can reduce diseases and alleviate PMS symptoms. Animal agriculture impacts the environment through water and land use and greenhouse gas emissions.
This document discusses fast food and whether it is healthy or unhealthy. It notes that Americans spend a lot of money on fast food and eat out frequently. While fast food portions have increased significantly over the past 20 years, containing hundreds more calories, Americans are not burning enough extra calories to balance this. As a result, many are gaining weight, putting them at risk for health issues like diabetes, heart disease, and some cancers. The document provides tips for making healthier fast food choices by selecting smaller portions and options with less fat and calories.
(1st) is being a vegan all about losing weightSophieBaker98
While weight loss can be a benefit of a vegan diet, the main reason most people choose veganism is due to concerns about animal welfare and reducing cruelty in how animals are treated for food production. Adopting a vegan diet means avoiding not just meat but also animal products like dairy, eggs and honey out of a belief that animals should not be used or confined against their will. However, there is debate around how strictly vegan philosophy should be applied and where to draw the line between use and cruelty toward animals. Overall, veganism is driven more by a desire to help animals than just health or weight loss reasons.
Veganism is a lifestyle that seeks to avoid animal exploitation and has grown in popularity. It remains controversial as it differs from social norms around diet. Vegans must ensure they get adequate nutrients from plant sources and supplements like vitamin B12. While vegan diets may reduce disease risk, they do not necessarily improve women's health or alleviate menstrual issues. Adopting veganism can significantly help the environment by avoiding meat, which requires vast land and water use compared to plant foods.
Tom Armstrong conducted a survey to gather information about perceptions of veganism. The majority of respondents were familiar with veganism but had not considered it due to not wanting to give up foods like meat and dairy. Opinions on a vegan diet were mixed, with some seeing it as bland or beneficial for health. Respondents believed people become vegan for health or animal welfare reasons. Most knew vegan friends who pursued it for health. Armstrong notes additional questions could have provided more context to responses.
Vegan Presentation, Dr. Aumatma and Dr. Jina Shahcharityfocus
This document provides an overview of veganism including definitions, reasons to go vegan related to health, environment, and ethics, and how vegans get nutrition from plant-based foods. It discusses protein and calcium needs being met through beans, nuts, grains and vegetables. It outlines meat, dairy and egg substitutes. The document aims to educate about adopting a vegan lifestyle and eating patterns through substitutes and recipes.
Veganism is a philosophy that seeks to avoid animal exploitation and promotes a plant-based lifestyle. It is a controversial way of living that differs from social norms. The Veganuary campaign encourages people to try veganism in January. While vegan diets require care to ensure adequate nutrient intake, they may provide health benefits by reducing disease risk and improving personal health. However, claims about benefits related to women's menstrual cycles require more research. Veganism also helps the environment by reducing agricultural land and water use compared to meat production.
This document provides information about vegetarianism and veganism. It defines vegetarians and vegans as people who do not eat meat, fish, or animal products. A typical vegan meal may include foods like tofu, nuts, chickpeas, rice, lentils and various Asian and Mediterranean dishes. Reasons for being vegetarian include health benefits, environmental sustainability concerns, and objections to animal harm or slaughter. There are different types of vegetarians such as lacto-ovo vegetarians who eat dairy and eggs, and pescatarians who eat fish and shellfish but no other meats. The document also gives demographic information showing growing numbers of vegetarians in the UK and US, especially among women and younger
Vegetarianism has steadily increased in Britain in recent years, rising by about 500 adults and children per year since 2010. A vegetarian diet avoids meat, fish and other animal products for various reasons like health concerns about fat and chemicals in meat, environmental concerns about resource use and habitat destruction, ethical concerns about animal welfare, and religious or personal beliefs. While only about 2% of Britain's population is vegetarian, many companies have expanded their meat-alternative offerings in response to growing interest in vegetarian options.
The document discusses slow food and vegetarian diets as popular food movements in Italy that promote health. It notes that slow food focuses on local ingredients and replicating home cooking, while vegetarian diets avoid meat and other animal products for health, ethical, or environmental reasons. A vegan diet is described as the strictest form of vegetarianism that excludes all animal products including dairy and eggs.
This document discusses what it means to be a vegetarian by defining different types of vegetarians such as lacto-ovo vegetarians and vegans. It then provides reasons why people choose a vegetarian diet, including ethics around animal welfare, environmental concerns about resource use and pollution, and health benefits like reducing risk of heart disease and cancer. Demographic data on vegetarians is presented, foods they avoid eating are listed, and popular vegetarian food companies are identified.
Veganism is a lifestyle that avoids eating animal products such as meat, eggs, dairy, and using animal byproducts. This document discusses some of the perceived health benefits of following a vegan diet for a month based on various studies. It notes that vegan diets may help reduce the risks of diseases like heart disease and diabetes. The document also explores how a vegan lifestyle can benefit the environment by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and conserving water compared to meat production. However, it questions one specific claim about water usage for beef production.
Marie, Hannah and Charlotte are conducting audience research. There are different types of vegetarians such as semi-vegetarians, pescatarians, lacto-ovo vegetarians, and vegans. People become vegetarian for reasons like animal welfare, health benefits, religion, and environmental sustainability. A typical vegan meal may include foods like tofu, rice, lentils, chickpeas, and oat milk. The number of vegetarians in the UK and USA is growing, influenced by factors such as education and awareness campaigns.
The document discusses the history and health impacts of fast food. It notes that while fast food is often associated with modern urban development, its roots can be traced back to ancient Rome and East Asian cities where bread stands and noodle shops served ready-to-eat meals. Both benefits and risks of fast food are outlined, with risks including low nutritional value, unhealthy ingredients, and negative health effects from highly processed foods high in calories but low in nutrients. A bibliography with two sources is also provided.
Is being a Vegetarian Healthier than eating Meat?drobertson6001
The document discusses whether a vegetarian diet is healthier than one that includes eating meat. It notes that while being vegetarian can be healthier, it is important to follow certain guidelines like making correct lifestyle changes, getting sufficient nutrients, water, and exercise. Some downfalls of eating meat are that it can lead to high cholesterol, blood pressure, and increased risk of diabetes. Overall, the document suggests that choosing a vegetarian diet focused on vegetables over meats can help avoid health issues like heart disease and diabetes.
22713Global nutrition transition and the pandemic of obesity.docxvickeryr87
2/27/13
Global nutrition transition and the pandemic of obesity in developing countries
Introduction:
This article is about studying the pandemic of obesity around the globe. The focus of this article looks at many views and aspects of the reasons why we are experiencing this pandemic. Years ago people did not worry or think much about obesity because they didn’t see it very often. The authors of this article pursue the change in diets in the 1970’s. Something has clearly shifted around these times because by the 1980’s it was understood that dietary quality declined, physical activity was declining and obesity was on the rise in the United States. This study shows how the pandemic is not only here at home, but how it has reached rural areas in some of the poorest countries such as Africa and South Asia.
Incentive:
The purpose of this study is to attempt to determine what changes have occurred to cause this rise of obesity. There are reasons for why we are eating the way we do, and moving less then we used to. If we can understand what key factors are playing major roles in this occurrence, then we can attempt to restore this pandemic. This article may provide information regarding future options and changes necessary to overcome this problem.
Methods:
This is a review article so the authors themselves do not use any techniques and they do not do any of the actual studies. This peer-reviewed journal article takes results and discussions from multiple previous works and combines them to show the probable shifts of the human diet. The key aspects, among many others, these authors reached at are studies done on institutional and large-scale feeding programs, education: labeling and front-of-package initiatives, regulations regarding beverages and food marketing, schools, and country-specific initiatives.
Conclusion:
The authors found major shifts in the way humans eat and drink. Major problems are coming from the consumption of processed foods, fast food restaurants, lack of education, and dramatically reduced movement/exercise. The authors see a evolution process occurring that is non beneficial. We need to evolve towards a healthier diet involving less processed food and more nutrient-dense food. Obesity, cancer, and diabetes rates are all on the climb and a big factor of that is what we put into our bodies.
Analysis:
The most important thing I took away from this article is that there differently is a change occurring around us and it comes from the decisions we make every day on what we decide to put in our bodies. I think it may be hard for some younger people to see a change happening because nothing seems new to us. We are used to the away from home meals and the easy access to fast food chains. As we get more and more educated on the topic, we begin to realize that health issues are on the rise, businesses are solely based on income rather than related health issues, and people are becoming lazy.
Some of the sho.
22713HE 325Global nutrition transition and the pandemic of.docxtamicawaysmith
2/27/13
HE 325
Global nutrition transition and the pandemic of obesity in developing countries
Introduction:
This article is about studying the pandemic of obesity around the globe. The focus of this article looks at many views and aspects of the reasons why we are experiencing this pandemic. Years ago people did not worry or think much about obesity because they didn’t see it very often. The authors of this article pursue the change in diets in the 1970’s. Something has clearly shifted around these times because by the 1980’s it was understood that dietary quality declined, physical activity was declining and obesity was on the rise in the United States. This study shows how the pandemic is not only here at home, but how it has reached rural areas in some of the poorest countries such as Africa and South Asia.
Incentive:
The purpose of this study is to attempt to determine what changes have occurred to cause this rise of obesity. There are reasons for why we are eating the way we do, and moving less then we used to. If we can understand what key factors are playing major roles in this occurrence, then we can attempt to restore this pandemic. This article may provide information regarding future options and changes necessary to overcome this problem.
Methods:
This is a review article so the authors themselves do not use any techniques and they do not do any of the actual studies. This peer-reviewed journal article takes results and discussions from multiple previous works and combines them to show the probable shifts of the human diet. The key aspects, among many others, these authors reached at are studies done on institutional and large-scale feeding programs, education: labeling and front-of-package initiatives, regulations regarding beverages and food marketing, schools, and country-specific initiatives.
Conclusion:
The authors found major shifts in the way humans eat and drink. Major problems are coming from the consumption of processed foods, fast food restaurants, lack of education, and dramatically reduced movement/exercise. The authors see a evolution process occurring that is non beneficial. We need to evolve towards a healthier diet involving less processed food and more nutrient-dense food. Obesity, cancer, and diabetes rates are all on the climb and a big factor of that is what we put into our bodies.
Analysis:
The most important thing I took away from this article is that there differently is a change occurring around us and it comes from the decisions we make every day on what we decide to put in our bodies. I think it may be hard for some younger people to see a change happening because nothing seems new to us. We are used to the away from home meals and the easy access to fast food chains. As we get more and more educated on the topic, we begin to realize that health issues are on the rise, businesses are solely based on income rather than related health issues, and people are becoming lazy.
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Section 1: The Seed of Vegetarianism
When most people hear the word vegetarian their mindsthink of a hippy or a super
health conscious eater. Although vegetarianism is commonly believed to have become catchy
around the 1960s, it actually wasn’t until the 1970’s that it began to rise.Its origins however are
from a time before history was even recorded. Michaelbluejay.com writes, “Many
anthropologists believe that most early humans ate primarily plant foods, being more gatherers
than hunters.” (Bluejay) Moving into a time where history began being recorded, vegetarianism
is thought to have become popular around Asia. The reason for this has a lot to do with religion,
mainly Buddhism, where their belief in reincarnation (when they die their soul travels into
animals, etc.) gives them a strong reason for not killing or consuming meat.
With a sense of where vegetarianism began, let’s move way into the futureto the early
1900swhen the United States meat consumption began to rise dramatically. This was caused by
the industrial revolution which provided the distribution and refrigeration of meat products to
be much easier. In 1971, Frances Moore Lappé's bestseller Diet for a Small Planet was
published providing the first spark in the vegetarianism trend in the U.S. Lappé was doing
personal research on hunger issues when she discovered that it takes 14 times as much grain to
feed an animal than what that animal actually produces in meat, which she believed to be an
enormous waste of resources. The website Michaelbluejay.com states a fact that says,
“Livestock eat over 80% of the grain eaten in the U.S. If Americans cut their meat consumption
by just 10%, there would be enough grain to feed all the starving people in the world.” (Bluejay)
This statistic is what the book focused on, and is what caused vegetarianism to begin being
practiced in the U.S.
One aspect that plays a big role in the growing of the vegetarianism trend today is
understanding that America viewed vegetarianism much differently in 1971 than how they view
it today. The research and knowledge dealing with vegans and their health was extremely low
and it was even perceived that you couldn’t actually survive without meat. The people who
began participating in vegetarianism weren’t doing it for health, but were doing it for world
hunger and peace, explaining why hippies are so often associated with being vegans. In the 80s
myths were widely held about vegetarianism making it unpopular. In 1987 John Robbins
published Diet for a New Americawhich wasn’t based off his own ideas, but instead combined
the scattered information on veganism and put it into a book. By doing this he restarted the
vegetarian movement and helped introduce the term “vegan” into the American vocabulary.
When the 90s rolled around medical research provided overwhelming evidence that
eating a vegan diet provided numerous health benefits. The American Dietetic Association
supported vegan diets, and started a chain reaction to the creation of the food pyramid. The
acceptance of vegetarianism by both the medical and general public is at an all-time high, and is
providing a new trend in the restaurant industry. With obesity in America becoming a serious
problem, and the medical knowledge we have of vegan diet’s is beginning to change the way
consumers eat. The rise of vegetarianism could begin to have a large impact on many
businesses, especially those such as McDonalds, which don’t provide healthy food. Also our
farming and agricultural industry could begin to boom as slaughterhouses begin to shrink. As I
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said before, with the growing problems of obesity and diseases related to it, it has begun to
change how Americans think about the food their eating, and what it could possibly do to them
in the long run. The restaurant industry has already begun to adjust to this trend by providing
things such as healthy restaurants all together, healthy menu items or sections, as well as
looking for chefs that can provide a healthy vegetarian menu item that would satisfy someone
who is not a vegetarian. With the rising knowledge of eating healthy, restaurants are now
beginning to see that it’s not only vegetarianism on the rise, but the eating of healthy foods
that is becoming the next big thing, and if you stay ahead of it, you can be extremely successful.
The key is not to make a menu for vegetarians, but provide healthy vegetarian choices that
allow you to expand your potential market, as well as offer non-vegetarians the chance to eat
healthier, which appears to be something that is going to grow exponentially in the near future.
Section 2: A Trend in Action
One case example that I was able to find is Veggie Grill, Veggie Grill is a restaurant that
serves vegetarian items to a wide range of people. The CEO, Greg Dollarhyde states, “the
industry has morphed a lot in the last seven to ten years based on how consumers are
changing. People are looking to eat lighter and cleaner.” He also says that “more people not
only care about how many calories they eat but also about what kind of calories they eat.” In
an interview that Greg was in, the interviewee asked him, do most of your guests fallow a
vegetarian diet or are they primarily vegan? Greg responded saying that only 10 to 15 percent
of people who walk through their doors are actually vegan. And the other 85% of people are
carnivores or flexitarian. This is very shocking to hear that so many people are coming in to get
vegetarian meals when they are not even vegetarian. Veggie Grill has seen a huge increase in
sales and they are very pleased with the change in eating habits of Americans. Greg said that
most people think vegetarian meals are bland or boring, but at Veggie Grill they have mastered
their recipes to keep their guests running back for more. Some things that I think Veggie Grill
did right, is marketed to a wide range of people, not just those who are vegan. I think that was
a smart move on their part to bring in a large range of diversity to their restaurant. One thing
that I think they could have done differently is expanding their operation to different areas of
the United States. As of right now they have 10 locations, 8 of which are in southern California
and 2 that are in Portland. I think that if the owners of veggie burger really want this trend to
bring them more business, they need to expand. As you can see there is a huge increase in
people trying to eat green. This is why Kyle and I believe that if a restaurant were to market a
vegetarian section on their menus, it would help to bring in a new group of people.
In Buenos Aires people go out for their thick juicy steaks, but recently they have become
increasingly vegetarian. Many people still do go out to the restaurants in Buenos Aires
expecting a perfectly prepared steak but in the recent years quite a few restaurants have
incorporated vegetarian menu items to help bring in business to their restaurant. Since these
establishments have started creating vegetarian dishes, they have seen a lot more people going
out to eat and enjoying their vegetarian cuisine. This is a whole city wide trend that is going on
it is shocking to see all sorts of restaurants changing their menu style just to gain a competitive
advantage over the next.
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One application that deals with vegetarianism not in the hospitality industry is the UN
warning the world that food shortages could force world into vegetarianism. According to
triplepundit.com, “Cows, pigs, and chickens produce 5 tons of manure per person in North
America per year. As a consequence, the EPA estimates agriculture for 70% of the water
pollution in the U.S., much of it from concentrated animal feedlots (CAFO’s).” (Cooney) Malik
Falkenmark stated in the report that, “there will not be enough water available on current
croplands to produce food for the expected 9 billion population in 2050 if we follow current
trends and changes towards diets common in western nations.” (Vidal) This is more of a global
application vs. a business, but it relates to vegetarianism because it shows how businesses and
everything else for that matter around the world are going to have to begin investing in the
vegetarian trend.
A second application not in the hospitality industry is the education industry. Vegetarian
items are being sold to people in every type of school from elementary to college levels. The
education of eating properly is being taught with much more importance for multiple reasons.
The first being obesity and how it has begun to take over America, and secondly dealing with
our economic problems just like what was stated in the first application dealing with the UN.
Vegetarianism is by no means being pushed onto kids, but it is allowing them to educate
themselves on food and make their own eating decisions. The advancement in this degree of
the education industry is providing a healthier generation and is also providing numerous
benefits to help our world’s economic resources stay abundant and clean.
Section 3: Business Worthy
I met with Mark Wessel the executive chef at Rush Creek Golf Course in Maple Grove
Minnesota. While interviewing him I asked him several questions about how restaurants are
trying to bring a healthier and wider range of vegetarian options. One question I asked him
was, have you at all tried to incorporate vegetarian options into your menu? His response was,
“yes, we have always had a few options on our menu, but this past season we have actually
created a section for vegetarian meals.” I then asked him how he has seen this trend growing,
or if he thinks that having a vegetarian section on his menu is even worthwhile. Mark said that
his vegetarian meals have been a huge hit; in fact he actually said that it has brought in new
clientele, mainly around lunch time. He said, “since we are a golf course, we do not get that
much outside business, but since he has added the vegetarian section to the menu, more and
more middle aged woman have been showing up for lunch to try out the new menu. Mark also
went on to tell me how popular the vegetarian menu options actually are. The veggie taco,
which is simply a taco shell, cream cheese, lettuce, tomato, cucumber, corn, feta cheese, and
topped with cilantro. This item is the number one selling product that Rush Creek has, Mark is
also very pleased with this menu item because it doesn’t cost very much for the ingredients,
Mark says that the vegetarian meals are real “money makers”. It is such a simple item, and it is
healthy. I actually had the pleasure of trying one for myself and I must say it was delicious.
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When I asked my final question, do you think this trend is business worthy? Mark
replied with, “I do think this trend is business worthy, it has worked to increase our lunch time
rush drastically and I think if we continue to expand and make changes to the vegetarian
section that more and more people will start seeing the benefits of eating healthier. I also
believe that any restaurant has the opportunity to hop on with this trend, several restaurants in
the Maple Grove area have already switched over to vegetarian menus to bring people in and I
can only imagine that more restaurants will start doing the same.” I agree with what Mark
Wessel has to say, I think that having more vegetarian items to your menu would increase the
number of people coming into your restaurant. I also like how this trend is a money maker for
your business, with lower cost on preparing the menu item you can really turn around a profit
and people will still pay for it.
I think that this new trend is going to impact the restaurant industry drastically.
According to vrg.org, vegetarian entrees and side dishes in 2001 was at $815 million dollars in
sales. Seven years later in 2008 the sales of vegetarian dishes is at 1.4 billion dollars and in
2011 the sales reached 1.6 billion dollars. This is a huge increase and I expect it to continue to
grow.
Some potential changes that this trend can have is not stopping at having a vegetarian
section. Adding more menu sections such as a glutton free section, I think that if restaurants
added a glutton free menu section for people who are allergic. Glutton allergen is a very
common allergy and I believe that if a restaurant added that to their menu I believe it would
bring in a lot of people through the doors. I even asked Mark what he thought about this
addition to a menu. He said that he could see it bringing in a group of people that might feel a
since of respect that they created a section in the menu just for them to eat from. He also went
on to say that other than those people who are allergic to glutton products, no one else will
probably order those menu items. I think that making menu sections for specific groups of
people is a great way to market to them and bring in a greater amount of revenue.
The way that restaurants can use this trend to keep a competitive advantage is simple,
all they need to do is continue finding new vegetarian items to put in their menu, the
restaurant will need a wide range of delicious vegetarian dishes to keep the customers
interested in coming back. Another way they can keep a competitive edge is by adding other
menu sections besides vegetarian, such as a glutton free section as a stated before. Mark
Wessel believed that a way you could stay ahead of the game is by creating a kids menu with
vegetarian items. He said that he has been testing menu items for a while now but has only
found a few that he believed kids would actually consider ordering. He thinks that if you were
able to find enough items to put on the menu that it would help to bring in families. According
to, The Vegetarian Resource Group, more and more young kids have become vegetarians. This
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being the case Mark believes that it is something that is very necessary to bring in families,
since we all know that the kids ultimately have the decision making powers.
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