Anthony Martinelli

Anthony Martinelli is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of The Vegan Herald, which launched in 2015 as a daily vegan news and information website.

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10 Health Benefits of Being Vegan According to Science

Health Benefits of Being Vegan

Research has continued to show that there are numerous health benefits associated with following a vegan diet. With that in mind, in this article we’ll explore 10 of the top health benefits of being vegan while providing references to peer-reviewed studies that support these claims. Reduced Risk of Heart Disease One of the most significant …

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Reese’s Launches Plant-Based Peanut Butter Cups in the U.S.

Reese’s has officially launched a plant-based peanut butter cup in certain U.S. markets as a test run. Retailing for $2.49, Reese’s has launched their Plant Based Oat Chocolate Confection and Peanut Butter Cups at certain Rite Aid locations in the United States. The plan is for a nationwide launch if the test run is successful. …

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United Arab Emirates to Promote Plant-Based Diets as Part of Their “Year of Sustainability”

Ahead of their plan to host the COP28 climate summit later this year, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has declared 2023 the “Year of Sustainability”. With the slogan “Today for Tomorrow”, the UAE on a new website says that sustainability “is about protecting our land, resources and one another today, for a better tomorrow. Our …

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10 Reasons to Go Vegan

As more people become aware of the impact of the meat industry on the environment, animal welfare, and human health, veganism has been gaining popularity around the world. For those unaware, veganism is a lifestyle that avoids the consumption of animal products and the use of products derived from animals. Although just a small percentage …

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Report Finds Vegan Cheese Market Valued at $2 Billion, Could Reach $4.71 Billion by 2028

According to Prudent Markets, The Vegan Cheese Market Size was esteemed at $1.98 billion at the end of 2021 and is expected to rise to $4.71 billion by 2028. If these estimates are matched, the market would see a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.2% over the forecast period of 2022 to 2028. The …

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Report: 59% in UK Want Government to Subsidize Meat and Dairy Alternatives

A new report conducted by ProVeg International has found that a strong majority of consumers in the UK want their government to subsidize non-animal alternatives to meat and dairy. The report, titled Plant-Based Price Parity: Exploring Consumers’ Willingness to Pay for Plant-Based Food Products, found that 59% want government subsidies on meat and dairy alternatives …

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Vegan Frozen Pizza Market Valued at $854 Million, Anticipated to Grow to $1.9 Billion by 2033

The global vegan frozen pizza market is expected to be valued at $854 million in 2023 and to reach a valuation of $1.9 billion by 2033, according to a new report. The report by Future Market Insights found that from 2023 to 2033 the market will see a compound annual growth rate of 9.3% CAGR, …

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Study: Plant-Based Diet During First Trimester of Pregnancy May Lower Risk of Inadequate Gestational Weight Gain

A new study published by the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition has found that “adherence to a plant-based diet during the first trimester of pregnancy may be associated with a lower risk of inadequate gestational weight gain.” The study was epublished ahead of print by the U.S. National Library of Medicine, and was conducted by …

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