Vegetarian Dietary Practice And Social Factors
Describes the vegetarian market and profiles of vegetarians in the U.S. versus the U.K., including motivators, influence of family and friends, etc.
Observes that people on restricted diets had few social relationships beyond their specific dietary group.
Reported reasons for vegetarianism include health, ethical, ecological, aesthetic, taste preference, religion, politics and interest in organic and natural foods.
People who avoided meat for health reasons believe that meat contains substances that are harmful to health or some related metaphysical issue.
Cites another study which showed that vegetarians had strong ethical, religious and health orientations than non-vegetarians. These vegetarians are also mistrustful of food processing and additives.