Now that the holidays have passed and January has set in, it’s time to focus on keeping the long list of resolutions that we have set for ourselves. Dieting is one of the most popular New Year’s resolutions to make. So why not make a choice that’s good for both you and the planet and join Veganuary?
Veganuary encourages people to help the environment by going vegan for the month of January. Making radical changes to our eating patterns is not easy, so committing to veganism for a month can be a good way to introduce yourself to some alternative eating habits that you might be able to stick to come February.
In 2021:
- Over 580,000 people from 209 countries signed up for Veganuary.
- 98% of those who signed up would recommend it to a friend.
- 85% of participants plan to stay vegan or halve their intake of meat going forward.
- Half of the participants reported improvements to their overall health such as increased energy, better skin and improved mood.
The most popular reason given by participants for remaining vegan was that it is easier to do than they expected. For more information check out the Veganuary website.
The Impact of Going Vegan
Animal farming is responsible for 60% of agricultural greenhouse emissions. It is also a major driver of deforestation and the pollution of soil, air and water. Plant-based alternatives are far less damaging to the planet. Going vegan is one of the most impactful things you can do as a consumer to help the environment.
According to Jack Monroe, going vegan for just one day a week can have an astounding impact on the environment. On average it saves:
- Around 40lbs of grain
- 1100 gallons of water (the equivalent of almost 4 months worth of showers)
- 30 square feet of forest
The carbon footprint of a vegan is 50% lower than that of a non vegan.
A vegan diet is also better for your health. A Harvard study found that a vegan diet can reduce your risk of diabetes by 23%. Plant-based diets also reduce your risk of heart disease and certain types of cancer. Learn more about veganism and your health here.
Veganuary and What’s In Store
Here at What’s In Store, we’re doing our part by offering a 10% discount on carefully selected products from our vast vegan portfolio. Our product selection includes everything from vegan food to personal care and kids products. You can take this opportunity to try out some exciting newcomers in the local market such as Flora Plant Butter, Hellmann’s Vegan Baconnaise and the Quorn Takeaway Range.These products can be found in our Veganuary section. Also, be sure to check out the recipes in our vegan section for inspiration for lunch, dinner or dessert!
