Kasvissyöjien

Kasvissyöjien is a term often used to refer to individuals or groups who follow a plant-based diet. This dietary approach excludes all animal products, including meat, poultry, fish, dairy, eggs, and honey. The reasons for adopting a plant-based diet are varied and can include ethical concerns about animal welfare, environmental considerations, and personal health benefits.

There are several classifications within plant-based eating. Vegetarianism is a broad term that typically excludes meat, poultry, and fish, but may include dairy and eggs (lacto-ovo vegetarian). Vegans adhere to the strictest form of plant-based eating, consuming only plant-derived foods and avoiding all animal products. Other variations include pescatarianism, which excludes meat and poultry but includes fish, and flexitarianism, a predominantly plant-based diet with occasional consumption of animal products.

The promotion of plant-based diets often highlights their potential positive impacts on health, such as a lower risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and certain types of cancer, when well-planned and balanced. Environmentally, plant-based diets are frequently associated with a reduced carbon footprint, lower water usage, and less land degradation compared to diets rich in animal products. Ethical considerations regarding the treatment of animals in food production are also a significant driver for many adopting these eating habits.