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Consumers switching to veg*n diets: A systematic review of the literature
A systematic review of how consumers shift to and maintain veg*an diets by Researcher Network member, Galareh Salehi and...(Read More)
The OMNIPLaNT Study: investigating the effects of plant-based and omnivorous diets on skeletal muscle, bone and vascular health
RAC and Researcher Network members consider the effects of plant-based and omnivorous diets on skeletal muscle, bone and vascular...(Read More)
Wellbeing & Veganism: Human-nature connectedness and a vegan way of life
Researcher Network member, Dr Jana Krizanova, explores the link between wellbeing, veganism and nature-connectedness....(Read More)
Opinion: Committing to living authentically means finding the courage to be disliked
In this opinion piece for our wellbeing & veganism research series, RAC member, Dr Caroline Gordon reflects on if committing to...(Read More)
Research briefing: New study finds links between regular meat consumption and a range of common diseases
A study based on data from nearly 475,000 participants has found that regular meat consumption is associated with a larger range...(Read More)
Research briefing: City chickens: what the rise of urban chicken-keeping might mean for veganism
Researcher Network member, Catherine Oliver examines the rise of backyard chicken-keeping in Britain's cities and considers if the...(Read More)
Wellbeing & Veganism: Eating vegan for mind and mood (Part 3)
Laura Grimes continues her review of the literature on mental health and veganism and considers...(Read More)
Wellbeing & Veganism: Spiritual wellbeing
In this latest article in our wellbeing and veganism research programme, Researcher Network member, Tani Khara, explores how...(Read More)
Wellbeing & Veganism: Eating vegan for mind and mood (Part 2)
Last week we published Part 1 of a three-part series for our new wellbeing research...(Read More)
The Expert Series Spring 2021: Veganism, Counter Terrorism Strategy and Policing
In this spring 2021 edition of the Expert Series, RAC member, Dr Jeanette Rowley, presents a detailed insight...(Read More)
Wellbeing & Veganism: Eating vegan for mind and mood (Part 1)
In a special three-part series for our new wellbeing research programme, Researcher Network member, Laura Grimes looks at the literature on...(Read More)
Research briefing: Pro-environmental behaviour predicts adherence to plant-based diets
Researcher Network member, Dr Jana Krizanova, summarises the findings of a newly published study that asks how we can remain...(Read More)
Research briefing: Vegans, Vegetarians and Omnivores: How Does Dietary Choice Influence Iodine Intake? A Systematic Review
Researcher Network member, Elizabeth Eveleigh, presents a systematic review to consider how dietary choice may influence the intake of...(Read More)
Wellbeing & Veganism: Connecting with animals
In this third opinion piece as part of our Wellbeing & Veganism research programme, Researcher Network member, Summer Philips, considers...(Read More)
Wellbeing & Veganism: Happy and veg*an?
In the second piece from our new Wellbeing & Veganism research theme, Researcher Network member, Dr Jana Krizanova, asks if veg*anism...(Read More)
