Helsinki’s City Council has approved a measure to cut the city’s purchases of meat and dairy products in half by the end of the decade, replacing them with plant-based alternatives across publicly funded meal programs.
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Feb 27
Helsinki, Finland Votes to Slash Meat and Dairy Purchases in Public Institutions by 50% by 2030
Feb 27
Study: Vegan Diet Linked to Lower Atherosclerosis Risk Marker in Adults 40 to 70
A new study published in PLoS One reports that adults with greater adherence to a vegan dietary pattern had significantly lower levels of a key blood marker associated with atherosclerosis and cardiovascular disease.
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Feb 27
Beyond Meat Expands Protein Drink Line With Four New Flavors
Beyond Meat has expanded its recently launched protein beverage line, introducing four new flavors of its Beyond Immerse sparkling protein drink as the company continues pushing further into the plant-based beverage market.
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Feb 26
Study: Diet Rich in Fruit and Vegetables Linked to Lower Miscarriage Risk
A systematic review and meta-analysis published in the journal Fertility and Sterility finds that certain dietary patterns such as those high in fruit and vegetables may be associated with a significantly lower risk of miscarriage, while diets high in processed foods may increase the risk.
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Feb 26
Study: Vegan Burgers Made From Potato Protein Show Potential to Support Gut Health and Target Colon Cancer Cells
A new study published in Nutrients suggests that a potato protein-based vegan burger enriched with plant-derived iron and fiber may offer more than just a meat alternative—it could also provide measurable intestinal health benefits.
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Feb 26
Clinical Trial Finds Low-Fat Vegan Diet Cuts Insulin Use 28% in People With Type 1 Diabetes, Lowers Costs 27%
A 12-week randomized clinical trial published in BMC Nutrition found that a low-fat vegan diet significantly reduced daily insulin use and insulin costs in adults with type 1 diabetes, compared to a conventional portion-controlled diet.
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Feb 26
Study: Healthful Plant-Based Diet Linked to Lower Breast Cancer Risk and 28% Reduction in Mortality
A study published in the peer-reviewed journal Frontiers in Nutrition finds that adherence to a healthful plant-based diet is associated with a reduced risk of developing breast cancer and significantly lower mortality among those already diagnosed with the disease.
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Feb 26
Plant-Based Hot Dogs Market Valued at Over $1 Billion, Projected to Reach $2.65 Billion by 2035
The global market for plant-based hot dogs is expected to more than double over the next decade, driven by rising interest in vegan diets, health-focused eating habits and environmental concerns surrounding traditional meat production, according to a new report.
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