Veganism is not just about avoiding Meat and Eggs at mealtime, but also about finding alternatives to dairy products and reading up the labels on cosmetics carefully. The global trend is widely popular among Fitness enthusiasts, Nutritionists and Restaurateurs in the UAE. A rapid increase in interest in plant-based foods, concerns about overall physical health, responsibility towards the environment, and conversations about the conditions in which animals are raised for food, have made veganism a global movement.
“Research has shown that a Vegan diet could improve the outcomes of many chronic diseases and lower blood pressure, and a reduced risk for cardiovascular and heart disease. The high fibre intake in eating patterns has been associated with better blood sugar control in people with diabetes, which is extremely prevalent in the UAE.” Suzan Najem, Clinical Dietician, GluCare Integrated Diabetes Center, Dubai.
Alternatively this is a great option for people who are looking to get into a fitter lifestyle, especially bloggers who target fitness and lifestyle on their social media profile.
The Vegan Table Dubai (@thevegantabledxb) quotes their the top 3 Vegan items as –
- The South Indian Curry, an Indian curry.
- Avocado, beet and Hummus Wrap.
- Muhammara with roasted Veggies wrap.
Vego Cafe in Dubai ranks (@vego_cafe) their ‘Oats bar and Peanut Butter Brownie’ as one amongst the most sold items.
3 Vegan Influencers based in Dubai and what the have to say about it:
1) Tamam’s Kitchen (@tamamskitchen)
Tamam is a Food blogger, Digital creator and a graduate from SCAFA- Culinary school in Dubai. When we asked her – “What is the reason you chose to follow a plant-based diet?” She was very prompt in responding, “I am on a plant-based diet just out of pure love. Love for animals, love for the planet and love for yourself.”
2) Rinki Panmani (@rinkipamnani3)
She is a Social media Influencer, Content creator, and a YouTuber who is passionate about Fashion, Beauty, and a good Vegan diet – although she does not display Vegan food on her feed, she talks a lot about it over stories. When we asked her “What is the reason you chose to become Vegan?” and she responded saying, “I am Vegan because no animal/ living being should die or be tortured, just to satisfy my needs. I look at them as friends, not food.” And upon asking her, her favourite Vegan item to eat, she said, ”I love everything that says “VEGAN” haha! But I absolutely LOVEEEE Vegan ICE-CREAMS AND CAKES.” Rinki nurtures a following of 181 thousand followers on her Instagram.
3) Maha Morley-Kirk (@oatsandthyme)
Maha is not just a talented Baker and a Vegan recipe treasurer, she is also the woman behind her brand called @pinkygoatlashes. She has a following of 114 thousand followers on Instagram, and her brand with a roaring 154 thousand followers.
When we asked her why she chose to go Vegan, Maha said, “I have been following a plan-based diet for the last 15 years as I believe this forms the basis of a healthy lifestyle. I always look to use organic healthy ingredients, as just because something is vegan, it doesn’t necessarily mean the product has been made with healthy, fresh, locally sourced organic ingredients – things I always like to try and achieve. My favourite indulgent Vegan treat is organic dates covered in 85% Dark chocolate!”
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