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Oct 12 2021 | Thomas Richardson

Are Meat Alternatives Healthier Than Cow And Pig Meat?

With the rise of realistic meat substitutes like the Impossible Burger and Beyond Meat across the world, researchers ask how their nutritional value matches up. READ MORE

Aug 16 2021 | Thomas Richardson

Eating Our Way To The Next Pandemic?

A report from ProVeg shows why it's vital to examine the root causes of the pandemic – and pandemics in general – if we are to minimize the risk of potentially far more damaging outbreaks in the future. READ MORE

Feb 8 2021 | Thomas Richardson

Effective Conservation Messaging In Wildlife Tourism

What role does wildlife tourism play in conservation? According to a review, the answer is ‘currently, not much,' but it has great potential to help animals if we can get the messaging right. READ MORE

Feb 4 2021 | Thomas Richardson

The Psychology Of Flexitarianism

A new study on how flexitarians think differently compared to vegetarians gives insight on how to turn ‘flexis’ to ‘veggies.’ READ MORE