September 17, 2023 12.00 pm This story is over 14 months old

The convenience trap: Can plant-based diets cure our processed food addiction?

Making veganism accessible and delicious, with a “back to basics” approach to food choices
Gemma Whitelock at The Allotment Kitchen & Deli argues in favour of a plant-based diet, but fears that processed foods can also creep their way into the vegan products too. | Photo: The Lincolnite
By Local Democracy Reporter

We’ve all been there. You’ve had a long day at work, and the last thing you want to do is slave away in the kitchen. So, you reach for a ready meal or tap your phone for a quick takeaway. It’s convenient, sure, but have you ever stopped to consider the long-term impact of this growing love affair with processed foods? Could switching to a plant-based diet be the escape route?

For some, embracing veganism is a health-conscious choice to sidestep the pitfalls of ultra-processed foods. Yet, for others, it’s the sheer convenience and growing demand for quick, easy meals that are driving the industry, often to our detriment.

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