The World Of Tzu Chi December 2019 (Vol.117)

05 In its year-end special The World in 2019, The Economist predicted the rise of veganism in 2019, dubbed “the year veganism goes mainstream”. As the vegan movement gained momentum over the past year, so did the demand for vegan dining options offering plant-based alternatives to traditional meat-based recipes. This trend reflects increasing environmental awareness and growing concerns of animal welfare in the food industry amidst warnings of climate change and global warming. It remains to be seen whether plant-based diets are here to stay or merely another passing fad, but every meal makes a difference. Green Meals for a Greener Earth