5 reasons to try vegan this World Vegan Month!

3) It’s healthy

Every major dietician and nutritionist board/organisation in the world, including the British Dietetics Association and the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, recognises that a balanced vegan diet is healthy and provides all the nutrients one needs to live a happy healthy life. In addition, research shows that those following a plant-based diet suffer lower rates of diabetes, obesity, heart disease and certain types of cancer.

4) It can save you money

Some of the cheapest foods available are vegan. We’re talking beans, pulses, legumes, vegetables, fruits, potatoes, whole grains and things of that nature. Being vegan doesn’t mean you have to splash out on the fancy meat replacements (although they are delicious!). So, you can do your wallet some good by opting for cheaper plant-based protein sources. In fact, research from the University of Oxford has found that adopting a vegan diet can actually reduce the average food bill by up to a third.

5) It’s never been easier

Going vegan doesn’t mean going without. You can now get vegan versions of everything – so you never have to miss out on your favourite foods. Every supermarket, restaurant, and coffee shop chain, as well as most independents, all have extensive vegan options, with some eateries having entirely vegan menus!