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THE TRUTH ABOUT VEGANISM

More people are turning to a meat-free diet. In fact, the number of vegans in Great Britain quadrupled between 2014 and 2019, The Vegan Society says.

The growing demand has seen more meat-free products in our supermarkets and fast-food companies must adapt. But while it may seem like the healthier choice, it’s not always the case. A study by Action on Salt showed some plant-based fast food options contain 30 per cent more salt, 20 per cent more sugar, and 60 per cent more fat.

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