Being a ‘Social Omnivore’ Is Rising In Popularity—Is This a Good or Bad Thing? 

The article discusses the rising popularity of being a social omnivore, where individuals follow a plant-based diet at home but eat meat and animal products socially. This flexible approach to diet has benefits such as reducing greenhouse gas emissions and animal consumption. While some argue that strict veganism is the best way to limit negative impacts on health and the environment, others see being a flexitarian or social omnivore as a step towards veganism.

The article emphasizes that individual dietary choices are important, but real change in the food industry requires the support of governments and food companies. Positive initiatives in different countries show progress towards embracing plant-based diets. As food-tech advances and plant-based options become more convincing and accessible, the future of food may rely less on personal choices and more on innovative solutions that benefit health, the environment, and animal welfare.