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What is a Vegan?

A vegan is someone seeking a lifestyle free from animal products for the benefit of people, animals and the environment. A vegan therefore eats a plant-based diet free from all animal products, including milk, eggs and honey. Most vegans do not wear leather, wool or silk.

• People: UK dietary calories from animal products have fallen 25% in 25 years as millions of people attempt to follow Government advice and adopt a healthier, more plant rich diet.
• Animals: Concern about factory farming and animal welfare has never been greater.
• The Environment: Western food choices have a major impact on the natural environment and the developing world. For a more comprehensive explanation see our Environment Booklet.

  The UK has:
  

• 3 million vegetarians and vegans including thousands of Hindus
• A further 3 million people with problems digesting milk
• Millions more who avoid particular animal products for ethical, health or religious reasons.
  
  The Vegan Society supports all who wish to replace or reduce animal products in their diets and provides expert advice to:
• The media Doctors, dietitians, caterers and food producers Authorities dealing with food labelling, additives, school meals and other public health issues

  The Society is relied upon for:
  

• The authoritative nutrition manual Plant Based Nutrition and Health
• The regularly updated Animal Free Shopper
• The trusted Sunflower Logo on animal free products.