A recent poll found that more than half of men perceive the carnivore diet as masculine, while a third associated plant-based and vegan diets with femininity. The survey, conducted by the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, revealed that societal ideas about gender influence perceptions of dietary patterns. However, experts warn against the misconceptions perpetuated by "meatfluencers" and the manosphere, emphasizing that meat and dairy consumption can have negative health consequences for men.

Additionally, the poll showed that a significant number of men incorrectly believe that both dairy and soy products contain estrogens. While dairy products do contain hormones that increase the risk of hormone-related cancers, soy products contain phytoestrogens, which have been shown to potentially reduce cancer risk. This highlights the importance of accurate information regarding diet and health to combat misinformation and promote better choices for overall well-being.