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Mintel Little Conversation
Veganism: the good, the bad and the ugly

Veganism has taken the world by storm. We’ve watched the trend explode in front of our eyes and don’t expect it to end anytime soon. In this episode, Mintel experts discuss how veganism has changed the rules across food, beauty and fashion. They address the good, the bad and the questionable issues around this complex topic: Does vegan equal healthy? How do we deal with the environmental impact of animal-free products? Can vegan claims be trusted? Which brands are getting it right?

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Veganism has taken the world by storm. We’ve watched the trend explode in front of our eyes and don’t expect it to end anytime soon. In this episode, Mintel experts discuss how veganism has changed the rules across food, beauty and fashion. They address the good, the bad and the questionable issues around this complex topic: Does vegan equal healthy? How do we deal with the environmental impact of animal-free products? Can vegan claims be trusted? Which brands are getting it right?

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Edward Bergen
Global Food and Drink Analyst
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Sarah Jindal
Senior Global Analyst, Mintel Beauty & Personal Care
Samantha Dover
Senior Retail Analyst
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