More than half of Russians are considering giving up animal products

Published Nov 2, 2023

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According to a survey, 66% of Russians are considering switching to a plant-based diet, with the biggest concerns being dairy products and eggs. A quarter of Russians already follow vegetarian or flexitarian principles, with 8% identifying as vegans. Health concerns are the primary reason for switching to plant-based foods for 46% of Russians, while compassion for animals is the main reason for people aged 18-23. Demand for plant-based alternatives has increased by 30% in the first half of 2023, with plant-based milk leading the growth.

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A survey of Russians on the subject of giving up animal products showed that 66% of respondents are considering switching to a plant-based diet. The biggest concerns for consumers are avoiding dairy products and eggs. EFKO company analysts conducted a survey dedicated to Vegan Day. The survey results, which sfera.fm reviewed, showed that a quarter of Russians already adhere to the principles of vegetarianism and flexitarianism. 8% classified themselves as vegans, that is, they completely abandoned any animal products. At the same time, 66% of Russians surveyed are thinking about giving up animal products. Most Russians are switching to plant-based foods due to health concerns. Thus, for almost half of Russians (46%) it is a matter of allergies or individual intolerances; 23% choose plant-based products out of concern for their health - this is mostly done by Russians over 56 years of age. Compassion for animals was chosen mainly by people aged 18-23 as the main reason for ...

Source: Agronovosti