The term "vegan" originated in 1944 and generally refers to a vegan or plant-based diet. Vegan stands for strict vegetarian, meaning they do not eat or consume any products containing animal-derived ingredients. Vegetarian is...
Vegan, Halal, and Kosher are three different dietary guidelines, originating from modern lifestyles, Islam, and Judaism, respectively. They differ in their religious foundations, scope of application, and specific requirements...
While vegetarianism is based on respect for animal rights, and a vegan diet has been shown to have health and environmental benefits, concerns about affordability can be a barrier to dietary change. However, research emphasizes that adopting a vegan diet can actually save...
Why are there so many vegetarians abroad? Their presence has sparked online discussion, ranging from environmentalists' carbon emissions bills to anthropocentric "limited animal protection" theories, from foodies who "surrender" to braised pork late at night to "monks...
If you're thinking about going vegan, you might be asking yourself, "Can I get the nutrients I need from a vegan diet?" When you first start thinking about following a vegan diet, it can all seem confusing and overwhelming. People often worry that they'll...
China's first comprehensive and complete vegan certification organization that integrates international vegetarian standards.
Over the past two years, plant-based food consumption has grown by 49% across the European Union, reaching total sales of €3.6 billion. As the range of plant-based dairy and plant-based meat expands, food manufacturers are seeking to capture a larger share of the market. Plant-based foods...
Saving cruelty-free cosmetics: Towards a Europe without animal testing Dr. Julia Fentem, Global Head of Safety, Environment and Regulatory Science, spoke at the European Commission’s European Citizens’ Initiative (ECI) “Saving cruelty-free cosmetics –...
Two years ago, many companies were probably confused by the term "vegan certification." Now, with the rapid growth of vegan culture and Jacob Star's strong industry promotion, more and more companies are proactively seeking our advice on vegan certification...
Veganism is a social justice movement that strives to create a world in which animals are not exploited for food, clothing, entertainment, or any other purpose. While concern for animals is fundamental to veganism, there are many...
In the face of the devastating consequences of climate change, from extreme droughts to devastating floods, going vegan is the most important thing you can do to reduce your personal impact on the environment. Here are seven reasons why Australians should go vegan on Earth Day.
A recent report from a major Australian medical group warns that climate change poses a significant threat to human physical and mental health. The Royal Australasian College of Physicians, representing more than 15,000 specialists, published a report on climate change and health...
