This month encourages Britons to recognize the benefits of reducing their meat and dairy intake for health, environment and animal welfare.
Despite its many health and environmental benefits, 89% of the population does not follow a “flexitarian diet,” according to a new study. Most people define a flexi-diet as one that encourages plant-based foods while still enjoying meat and dairy in moderation.
In fact, a new study shows that 87% have no interest in trying new foods to diversify their diet, 30% eat the same meal every week, and high-protein foods rarely make it into their shopping cart. It was found that no (24%).
Only 11 people want their flexible diets to become more sustainable, despite the fact that reducing meat and dairy intake is the biggest step towards reducing an individual’s environmental impact Percentage.
Additionally, only 14% of people would like to reduce their meat and dairy intake to achieve their health goals.
A survey by people who quit chocolate brand NOMO, the UK’s number one vegan, found that part of this reluctance was due to not wanting to give up their favorite foods (16%) and worrying about getting enough protein. (11%), and even more likely due to criticism from friends and associates. Family (6%).
Started by NOMO three years ago, Flexi-Fev is a way to replace meat and dairy by trying vegan alternatives in the free-from aisle and adding plant-based foods like lentils, chickpeas and beans. It’s the month we encourage Brits to be aware of the benefits of consuming fewer products. Incorporate kidney beans into your diet.
And according to Rugby World Cup England winner Ben Cohen, this month can have a huge impact on those taking up the sport, with this diet contributing to England’s Six Nations success. suggests that it may provide inspiration.
Cohen, 45, said veganism saved her life in 2017 after she contracted glandular fever and pericarditis (swelling of the sac surrounding the heart), which left her bedridden for two months and nearly killed her. He says he was killed.
To rebuild his diet, he turned to veganism, which he credits with increasing his energy and muscle mass.
Unwilling to cut out meat and dairy completely, he is now a ‘flexitarian’ and has urged the England Rugby team to give the diet a try. Current England international Ellis Genge has already adopted a flexitarian approach to his diet.
Ben Cohen, who supports NOMO’s Flexi Feb campaign, said: “Six years ago, I nearly died from severe pericarditis, glandular fever, and sepsis. I believe switching to a plant-based diet helped me regain full health. This diet was more difficult to maintain because there were a limited number of vegan alternatives, but now the selection of vegan alternatives in the free-from aisle of the supermarket is huge.
“I recently developed a small stomach ulcer while filming The Full Monty, which was extremely painful and meant I had to readjust my diet to accommodate my sensitive stomach, which meant cutting out meat. It means not eating too much and not eating dairy products. It’s much easier to achieve this now. Eating a plant-based diet means sacrificing things like delicious chocolate, which I don’t like. Plants are a great source of protein and fiber and can be used in place of meat once or twice a week for people who want to reduce their diet for environmental, health and animal welfare reasons. That is better understood.”
“If I had played for England again, I would have significantly reduced my meat and dairy intake and would have been a better player for it. Day eats a vegan diet and says his blood is cleaner and he reaches a new level with each performance. No doubt the boys will follow suit and cut out animal products. At this high level, small changes make a difference and small differences can determine the success of the Six Nations. See Novak Djokovic He avoids animal products as much as possible and is still at the top of his game at the age of 36.
According to the NOMO survey, 29% say it is difficult to maintain a vegan diet, but 21% say it is easy to reduce animal products as part of a flexible approach.
And for the 40% of Brits who eat chocolate at least once a week, NOMO could be a good place to start on a dairy-free diet.
Emma Perrett, Marketing Controller at NOMO, said: “Flexifeb aims to encourage people to reduce their meat and dairy intake during February by adopting vegan alternatives on the free aisle. According to our latest research And, despite vegan alternatives being a great way to achieve a new lifestyle that reduces dependence on animal products and all the benefits that come with it, 8 out of 10 people have never tried vegan alternatives. It turns out that you’ve never tried it before: plant-based foods like beans and legumes are also great alternatives to meat, and you can try them out for a month.
“Reducing dairy doesn’t mean sacrificing your favorite foods. NOMO chocolate comes in all the same flavors and formats as mainstream chocolate. The range offers multiple flavors and product quality. Awards, and judges say it tastes just as good or better than regular chocolate. What’s more, everyone can enjoy it, regardless of allergies or dietary choices, and don’t miss out on a delicious treat. No need to.”