Photography Markus Bidaux
Low-meat, vegetarian and vegan dieting remains on the rise, for many reasons. I tend to limit my meat intake for a mixture of reasons. Environmental: Meat is a major contributor to greenhouse gases, and I have hideous guilt from the amount of travelling I do, so it’s a small way to counter that. Economical: Put simply, it’s far cheaper to eat veggies. Health: Too much meat, red in particular, can increase the risk of certain diseases and conditions. Challenge: It’s fun finding new recipes that are interesting, taste great and still hit your macro targets.
Despite all these, a common reason why some people are reluctant to reduce their meat intake is that they’ll struggle to meet protein targets. For the most part, these worries are unfounded: there are plenty of protein-rich veggie or vegan alternatives.