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Amazing Facts About The Growth Of Plant-Based Food Industry

Revised by Olorundare Oluwapelumi & Tom Ekpo

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May 20, 2023
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Food provides the body with the nutrients it needs to function properly.

In recent times, people have adopted different diet types. The best diet for one usually depends on the consumer’s individual goals. Of such diets, a plant-based diet is an example.

Plant-Based Diet

It consists of plant-based foods either in part or all its entirety. Plant-based diet encompasses a wide range of dietary patterns that contain low amounts of animal products and high concentrations of plant products.

Examples of plant products include fruits, legumes, whole grains, vegetables, nuts and seeds. In light of this, plant-based diets are not necessarily classified as vegan or vegetarian. Rather, it is defined in terms of the low volume of animal food consumption.

Plant-Based Food Industry

The plant-based food industry is a rapidly flourishing sector that’s focused on the production and sale of products that do not contain animal products.

The steady growth of the plant-based food industry is a result of several reasons:

  • Increased awareness of health benefits: With the increase in dire health conditions and insurance premiums, individuals are more invested in their health. Plant-based diets aid in weight loss, lowers cholesterol and reduces the risk of heart disease, stroke and some types of cancer.
  • Growing concerns about animal welfare: Many persons are becoming increasingly aware of the welfare of animals raised for food. They believe the industry to be cruel and inhumane.
  • Environmental concerns: The production of dairy and meat products has a heavy impact on the environment. It contributes to water pollution, deforestation and climate change.

Key Trends in the Industry

  • Increasing demand for plant-based alternatives to meat and dairy products: This is driven by the awareness of the health benefits and the concerns about animal welfare including the environment.
  • Innovation in plant-based food technology: This is leading to the progress of realistic plant-based alternatives to meat and dairy products.
  • Increased availability of plant-based food options: They are becoming widely available in grocery stores, restaurants and even take-out options.
  • Growing consumer interest: Some of the factors driving this are animal welfare concerns, the environmental impact of meat and dairy production and health benefits.

In summary, the plant-based food industry is a rapidly evolving sector. It promises continued growth in the years to come.

In addition, the industry is also creating new jobs, reducing environmental impact and helping us live better lives. With a greater number of people embracing this lifestyle, there is hope for our planet.

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