The Ethics of Veganism

Cureus. 2024 Mar 15;16(3):e56214. doi: 10.7759/cureus.56214. eCollection 2024 Mar.

Abstract

In this article, we discuss the ethics of veganism by looking at the moral implications of having a vegan diet or plant-based diet. Veganism is a way of diet that forbids or avoids consuming any animal products. It has drawn a lot of interest recently due to awareness or trends of vegan diet, human health, and ethical behavior benefits. The aim of the research is to look into the moral values that talk about veganism, such as animal welfare, environmental sustainability, and human welfare. In this study, we conduct a thorough assessment of ethical theories and actual evidence in an effort to know about the ethical reasons for veganism and its larger societal impacts. Through an analysis of existing literature and clinical studies, we discuss the various challenges, advantages, lifestyle modification, and nutritional concerns related to a vegan diet.

Keywords: animal welfare; ethical consumerism; ethical veganism; plant-based diet; veganism.

Publication types

  • Review